No. Fork Forked Deer #19 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 9, 2025
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Summary
Fork Forked Deer #19, also known as North Fork Forked Deer Site 19, is a dam located in Trenton, Gibson County, Tennessee, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1985. This earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the tributary of No. Fork Forked Deer. With a hydraulic height of 17 feet and a structural height of 24.5 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 193 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12.3 acres.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, this dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is deemed to have a moderate risk level, with a satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2019. The dam does not have outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway type.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find No. Fork Forked Deer #19 an interesting case study in dam infrastructure management, showcasing the importance of proactive risk assessment and regulatory compliance in mitigating flood risks in the region. Its location in the Memphis District and association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the collaborative efforts involved in maintaining the safety and functionality of critical water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1985 |
Dam Length |
335 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBNO. FORK FORKED DEER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
0.49 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
24.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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 #19