Clinch Valley "C" is a privately owned earth dam located in Grainger, Tennessee, with a primary purpose of tailings storage.
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Built in 1995, this dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21.8 feet and has a structural height of 28.3 feet. It has a storage capacity of 1750 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 55 acres, serving to regulate water flow in the area with a drainage area of 0.17 square miles.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, this dam is state regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of July 2019, it is categorized as having a moderate risk level. Despite not having any outlet gates or locks, Clinch Valley "C" has a spillway type of uncontrolled, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring to prevent potential risks and emergencies.
Located within the Nashville District of Tennessee, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Its presence highlights the intersection of human-made structures with natural ecosystems, showcasing the importance of sustainable practices and proper governance to safeguard water resources and mitigate the impacts of climate change on our environment.
Year Completed |
1995 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
1750 |
Structural Height |
28.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
28 |
Clinch River Above Tazewell
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2120cfs |
Powell River Near Arthur
|
1370cfs |
Crockett Creek Below Rogersville
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5cfs |
Nolichucky River Near Lowland
|
1360cfs |
Martins Fork Above Smith
|
59cfs |
Big Creek Near Rogersville
|
52cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Cherokee Lake County Park
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May Springs
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Panther Creek State Park
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