Uhls is a privately owned dam in Greene, Tennessee, completed in 1999 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Standing at a structural height of 18 feet and with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this Earth-type dam offers a serene 6-acre surface area for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. Despite not being regulated by the state, Uhls presents a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
Even though Uhls does not have a drainage area or maximum discharge specified, it is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates. The dam has undergone its last inspection in March 2018 and is scheduled for inspections every 5 years. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk management measures are yet to be determined. With its lush surroundings and recreational offerings, Uhls is a captivating destination for nature lovers and water resource enthusiasts looking to explore the beauty of Tennessee's waterways.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
Nolichucky River Below Nolichucky Dam
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1190cfs |
French Broad River At Hot Springs
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1500cfs |
Big Limestone Creek Near Limestone
|
27cfs |
French Broad River Near Newport
|
1520cfs |
French Broad River At Marshall
|
1300cfs |
Nolichucky River Near Lowland
|
1100cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Kinser Park
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Paint Creek
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Paint Creek Campground
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Paint Creek Corridor
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Courtland Place
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Old Forge Campground
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