No. Fork Forked Deer #3 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
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Summary
Fork Forked Deer #3, also known as North Fork Forked Deer Site 3, is a critical earth dam located in Gibson, Tennessee, designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1990 for flood risk reduction along the TRIBNO. FORK FORKED DEER stream. This structure, owned by the local government, stands at a hydraulic height of 14.5 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 540 feet and a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of January 2021 was deemed satisfactory, with a moderate risk level.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, this dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, contributing to the protection of surrounding areas from potential inundation. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols are crucial aspects to be considered in maintaining its integrity and safeguarding against any potential hazards in the region.
Located within the Memphis District and under the oversight of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, No. Fork Forked Deer #3 plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As a focal point for flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a key infrastructure component in mitigating the impact of extreme weather events and safeguarding the local community and environment from potential threats posed by floodwaters.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
540 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBNO. FORK FORKED DEER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
No. Fork Forked Deer #3