Spinks Co Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spinks #3 Middle Fork Obion #7
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Spinks Co, located in Henry County, Tennessee, is a private earth dam structure on Trainer Creek, with a hydraulic height of 18.6 feet and a structural height of 25.6 feet.
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Summary
The dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of water resource management. Despite its low hazard potential, Spinks Co is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3.
This dam, which was last inspected in April 2016, has not been rated for its condition assessment. It does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, and its risk management measures are not specified. Spinks Co does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency, and it is not subject to state permitting, inspection, or enforcement. With a drainage area of 0.04 square miles and a surface area of 3.7 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region, especially during periods of high discharge.
Despite its relatively small size and low hazard potential, Spinks Co serves as an important structure for water resource management in Henry County. Its risk level highlights the need for continued monitoring and potential implementation of risk management measures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this dam in the face of changing climate conditions. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Spinks Co presents an intriguing case study in the intersection of infrastructure, risk assessment, and environmental stewardship.
Dam Length |
485 |
River Or Stream |
TRAINER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
25.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Spinks Co