Clinch Valley "C" is a privately owned earth dam located in Grainger, Tennessee, with a primary purpose of tailings storage.
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.
Wind
Humidity
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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4610cfs |
Powell River Near Arthur
|
1370cfs |
Crockett Creek Below Rogersville
|
13cfs |
Nolichucky River Near Lowland
|
2760cfs |
Martins Fork Above Smith
|
62cfs |
Big Creek Near Rogersville
|
246cfs |
| 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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