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Chesser, located in Fisk, Alabama, is a privately owned dam situated on the TRIBHANCOCK BRANCH river in Lincoln County, Tennessee. Built in 1955, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 17.6 feet with a hydraulic height of 14.4 feet and a length of 527 feet. Serving a primary purpose that is not specified, Chesser has a normal storage capacity of 73 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 117 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 12 acres and draining an area of 0.38 square miles.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Chesser is subject to moderate risk, with a risk assessment rating of 3 out of 5. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but has an inspection frequency of 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in October 2019. There are no emergency action plans in place, and the dam is not regulated or permitted by the state. With no associated structures or federal agency involvement, Chesser remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and sustainability of dams in the region.
Year_Completed | 1955 |
River_Or_Stream | TRIBHANCOCK BRANCH |
Dam_Length | 527 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 12 |
Hydraulic_Height | 14.4 |
Drainage_Area | 0.38 |
Nid_Storage | 117 |
Structural_Height | 17.6 |
Outlet_Gates | None |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 18 |