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Napier is a private Earth dam located in North Riverside, Tennessee, along Chief Creek. Built in 1927, this dam stands at a structural height of 9.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 6 feet. With a length of 500 feet and a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet, Napier serves the purpose of water resource management in the area, providing a normal storage of 90 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 37 acres.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Napier poses a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and has not been evaluated for emergency action preparedness. With a last inspection date in 2018 and an inspection frequency of every 5 years, Napier is in a condition of "Not Rated" for its current state, with no reported modifications or risk management measures in place.
Located in Lewis County, Tennessee, Napier showcases the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its historical significance and ongoing role in water storage and management, Napier stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure for safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year_Completed | 1927 |
River_Or_Stream | CHIEF CREEK |
Dam_Length | 500 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 37 |
Hydraulic_Height | 6 |
Drainage_Area | 0.46 |
Nid_Storage | 140 |
Structural_Height | 9.5 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 10 |
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