Anthony Reservoir Report
Nearby: Irvin Cane Creek #15
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Anthony is a private dam located in Haywood, Tennessee, specifically in the city of TURNPIKE.
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Summary
Built in 1959, this Earth-type dam stands at a hydraulic height of 7.8 feet and a structural height of 11.2 feet, with a total length of 615 feet. It holds a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.6 acres, with a drainage area of 0.06 square miles. The dam is situated along the LAGOON CREEK, regulated by the state of Tennessee with no associated structures.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Anthony has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam has not been inspected since January 2017, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. It does not have an emergency action plan prepared or updated, and the condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated." While it meets state permitting requirements, the dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, with no enforcement or jurisdictional authority.
Owned privately, Anthony falls under the jurisdiction of the Memphis District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. With no federal agency involvement in its construction, funding, design, or operation, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Anthony serves as an example of a privately-owned dam with a significant role in water storage and management within the local watershed.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
615 |
River Or Stream |
LAGOON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
11.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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