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Located in Bolivar, Hardeman, Tennessee, the Spring Creek dam stands as a testament to water resource management and climate resilience. Completed in 1976, this earth dam serves a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring flood protection in the area. With a structural height of 23 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, the dam stores a maximum of 178 acre-feet of water, benefiting the local community and ecosystem.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, the Spring Creek dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and effectiveness. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory, highlighting the dedication to maintaining this essential infrastructure. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures are continuously evaluated to mitigate potential threats and protect surrounding areas from inundation.
Although the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, its role in water storage and flood control is vital for the region. As a private-owned structure, the Spring Creek dam exemplifies the collaboration between local stakeholders and regulatory agencies to safeguard water resources and enhance climate resilience. With its strategic location on Spring Creek and close proximity to Bolivar, this dam serves as a crucial asset in managing water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions in Tennessee.
Year_Completed | 1976 |
River_Or_Stream | SPRING CREEK |
Dam_Length | 400 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 11 |
Hydraulic_Height | 13 |
Drainage_Area | 0.29 |
Nid_Storage | 178 |
Structural_Height | 23 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Nid_Height | 23 |
KICKAPOO CREEK AT WAYNESVILLE | 140cfs |
SANGAMON RIVER AT RT 48 AT DECATUR | 656cfs |
KASKASKIA RIVER AT SHELBYVILLE | 1160cfs |
SALT CREEK NEAR ROWELL | 151cfs |
SANGAMON RIVER AT RIVERTON | 2160cfs |
SALT CREEK NEAR GREENVIEW | 1120cfs |
ROBINSON CREEK NEAR SHELBYVILLE | 86cfs |
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