Hammontree is a privately owned earth dam located in Loudon, Tennessee, near Lenoir City.
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Built in 1974 on Sinking Creek, this dam stands at a hydraulic height of 26.3 feet and a structural height of 28 feet, with a length of 190 feet. With a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and a normal storage of 96 acre-feet, Hammontree covers a surface area of 7.3 acres and serves a drainage area of 0.26 square miles.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam undergoes inspections every five years, with the last inspection conducted in July 2018. While Hammontree has a moderate risk level, specific risk management measures are not specified in the available data. The dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and lacks inundation maps and updated emergency contacts as of the latest data update in March 2021.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure of dams and their environmental impact may find Hammontree's characteristics and risk assessment intriguing. The dam's location on Sinking Creek in Tennessee, its storage capacity, and hazard potential contribute to its significance within the region. Understanding the risk factors associated with dams like Hammontree is crucial for ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of water resources in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
190 |
River Or Stream |
SINKING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
26.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
28 |
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310cfs |
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270cfs |
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138cfs |
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154cfs |
Tellico River At Tellico Plains
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178cfs |
Little River Above Townsend
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211cfs |
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Punkin Center Motorcycle Resort
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