Redbud Dam dam
Redbud Dam
Redbud Dam, also known as Dry Creek Dam or Redbud Lake, is located in Chesterfield, Tennessee, within the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Constructed in 1965 by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), this federal-owned dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction. With a height of 31 feet and a length of 1320 feet, Redbud Dam has a storage capacity of 3140 acre-feet and a surface area of 211 acres, providing essential protection to the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
The dam controls the flow of Dry Creek and has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 140 feet. Redbud Dam is composed of earth and stone materials with a soil foundation, reflecting its sturdy construction to withstand hydraulic pressures. While the dam's hazard potential is considered significant, its risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level of preparedness to manage any potential emergencies. Regular inspections and maintenance by the TVA ensure the structural integrity of Redbud Dam and contribute to its continued functionality in flood risk reduction efforts.
Recreationally, Redbud Dam also offers opportunities for outdoor activities in the surrounding area. With its strategic location and effective design, this federal-owned structure plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Henderson County, Tennessee. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of dams like Redbud Dam highlights the importance of proactive measures to mitigate flood risks and safeguard communities against natural disasters.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Redbud Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sandy River At Bruceton | 70 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Near Flat Woods | 329 cfs | → |
| Cypress Creek At Camden | 0 cfs | → |
| Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon | 38 cfs | → |
| Buffalo River Below Lobelville | 583 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Forked Deer River Near Fairview | 81 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Redbud Dam.
Boat launches
- Beech Bend Park Road, Decaturville
- Mousetail Landing State Park Boat Ramp
- Main Street 499, Saltillo
- White Oak Wildlife Road, Sardis
- Birdsong Marina Road Benton County
- Humphreys County
Campgrounds
Paddle runs
- Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174 To Confluence With Duck River
- The Henryville Bridge Crossing On County Road 6230 To Bethel Bridge On County Road 6174
More reservoirs
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About Redbud Dam
Where does the data for Redbud Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Redbud Dam.