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IDLEWILD

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Bear Creek
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Idlewild is a state-regulated dam located in Gibson, Tennessee, along Bear Creek. Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 16 feet and stretches 600 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet, it serves the primary purpose of water resource management in the area.

Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Idlewild has been deemed to have significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment as of July 2020 was rated as satisfactory. The dam operates with an uncontrolled spillway type and has no outlet gates. In the event of an emergency, the dam is inspected every two years to ensure its safety and compliance with regulatory standards.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Idlewild presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. As a key element in the water management system of Gibson, Tennessee, its risk potential and regulatory oversight offer valuable insights into the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and dam safety protocols.

Year_Completed 1984
River_Or_Stream BEAR CREEK
Dam_Length 600
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Drainage_Area 0.45
Nid_Storage 200
Structural_Height 16
Outlet_Gates None
Hazard_Potential Significant
Nid_Height 16
       

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