Summary
This earth dam, completed in 1994, stands at a structural height of 31 feet and has a length of 470 feet. With a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.42 square miles, New Boston serves primarily for flood control purposes.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, New Boston is subject to regular state inspections, with the last assessment conducted in March 2018. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has no outlet gates. In the event of an emergency, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, and appropriate risk management measures are in place. Overall, New Boston plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region and contributes to climate resilience efforts.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.42 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon
|
38cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
North Fork Obion River Near Martin
|
202cfs |
South Fork Obion River Near Greenfield
|
183cfs |
Big Sandy River At Bruceton
|
104cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
37cfs |
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.
New Boston