Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 23.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 20.8 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Situated on Old Town Creek, Green Acres plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the area. With a surface area of 2.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.04 square miles, the dam helps mitigate the risk of flooding and provides essential water storage for agricultural and recreational purposes. Despite being rated as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
Managed by the local government, Green Acres is a key infrastructure project that contributes to the sustainability of water resources in the region. With moderate risk assessment and a history of regular inspections, the dam remains a vital asset for the community. As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, the role of dams like Green Acres becomes increasingly important in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
285 |
River Or Stream |
OLD TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
26 |
Structural Height |
23.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon
|
38cfs |
Big Sandy River At Bruceton
|
118cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Cypress Creek At Camden
|
2cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
38cfs |
South Fork Obion River Near Greenfield
|
184cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Green Acres