Dixie Oaks #2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Lawrence, Tennessee, along the TRIBBUFFALO RIVER.
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Completed in 1992, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 6.4 acres and a drainage area of 0.14 square miles. With a hydraulic height of 38 feet and a structural height of 40.5 feet, Dixie Oaks #2 has a significant hazard potential, but its condition assessment as of June 2020 was deemed satisfactory.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Dixie Oaks #2 undergoes regular inspections every two years to ensure its safety and stability. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 98 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 77 acre-feet. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not experienced any significant modifications since its construction and remains in compliance with state regulations for inspection, permitting, and enforcement.
With its serene location and ample recreational space, Dixie Oaks #2 stands as a vital water resource in Lawrence, Tennessee, offering both leisure activities and a source of natural beauty for visitors. Climate and water enthusiasts can appreciate the dam's role in local water management and its contribution to the surrounding ecosystem, making it a valuable asset in the region's hydrological landscape.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
265 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBBUFFALO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
98 |
Structural Height |
40.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
41 |
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