Hunter Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Hunter is a private recreational dam located in Hickman, Tennessee, along the Gerry Branch river.
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Summary
Completed in 2015, this Earth dam stands 40 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 36 feet, providing storage of up to 150 acre-feet of water. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam has not been rated for its condition as of yet.
Owned privately and not regulated by the state, Hunter serves primarily recreational purposes with a spillway type of "Uncontrolled". The dam spans 450 feet in length with a surface area of 8 acres, offering a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. With its last inspection in January 2018 and an inspection frequency of 5 years, Hunter remains a notable feature in the Nashville District, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
450 |
River Or Stream |
GERRY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Duck River At Hwy 100 At Centerville
|
1320cfs |
Piney River At Vernon
|
92cfs |
Copperas Branch Near Kingfield
|
1cfs |
Duck River At Columbia
|
763cfs |
Duck River Above Hurricane Mills
|
1730cfs |
Buffalo River Below Lobelville
|
500cfs |
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.
Hunter