Grand Valley #1, located in Bolivar, Tennessee, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1965 on the Gin Pond Branch.
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It stands at a structural height of 36.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 29.7 feet, serving to regulate water flow and provide storage capacity. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 1,212 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 102 acres, making it a significant water resource in the area.
Despite being classified as having a "Fair" condition assessment and a "Significant" hazard potential, Grand Valley #1 has been inspected regularly by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, with the last inspection taking place in June 2020. The dam poses a moderate risk level, and the associated risk management measures are currently unknown. With its important role in water regulation and storage, Grand Valley #1 is a key structure in the region's water resource management system, contributing to the overall climate resilience of the area.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1320 |
River Or Stream |
GIN POND BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
102 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.7 |
Drainage Area |
1.1 |
Nid Storage |
1976 |
Structural Height |
36.7 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
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