South Fork Pond #1 in Henry, Tennessee, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Completed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 15.9 feet, creating a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet and a surface area of 9.6 acres. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential with a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in September 2019.
Located on tributaries of Fork Eagle Creek, South Fork Pond #1 has a drainage area of 0.6 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type is specified, and the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With a yearly inspection frequency and emergency action plan status unknown, this dam is a notable feature in the water resource management of the Nashville District.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find South Fork Pond #1 an interesting case study in private dam ownership and state regulation. Its relatively low hazard potential and satisfactory condition make it a functional structure contributing to the management of water resources in the region, with a moderate risk assessment guiding maintenance and management decisions.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
660 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBS. FORK EAGLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.6 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
20.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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