Short Mountain #1 is a privately-owned earth dam located in Hawkins, Tennessee, on Tribred Horse Branch.
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This dam, completed in 1987, stands at a hydraulic height of 39 feet and a structural height of 40 feet, with a length of 500 feet. It has a storage capacity of 241 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 11.4 acres, serving primarily as a water resource management structure.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Short Mountain #1 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of March 2018. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has not required any modifications or emergency action plans. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has no outlet gates or associated structures, contributing to its simple yet effective design for managing water flow and storage in the area.
Located within the Nashville District and with Congressman David P. Roe representing the district, Short Mountain #1 plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and storage in the region. With state-mandated inspections, permitting, and enforcement in place, the dam remains a vital component of water resource management in Hawkins, Tennessee, demonstrating the importance of private ownership in maintaining critical infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBRED HORSE BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
241 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
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