Central Point Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Central Point is a state-regulated earth dam located in Henry, Tennessee, along the Middle Fork Obion River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1990, this dam stands at a structural height of 33.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 11 feet, providing a storage capacity of 305 acre-feet. The dam serves a crucial role in flood control and water resource management in the region, with a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Central Point undergoes regular state inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and absence of outlet gates contribute to its risk assessment of moderate severity. Despite the potential hazards, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are up to date, reflecting a proactive approach to safeguarding the surrounding communities and environment from potential risks associated with dam failure. Central Point serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the area, highlighting the importance of proper regulation and maintenance in ensuring its long-term effectiveness.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBMIDDLE FORK OBION |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
0.64 |
Nid Storage |
305 |
Structural Height |
33.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
34 |
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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.
Central Point