Perkins Farm Pond in McNairy, Tennessee, is a privately owned water resource nestled along Snake Creek, with a primary purpose of serving as a fire protection, stock, or small fish pond.
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Constructed in 1986 with an earth dam type, the pond boasts a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 30 feet. With a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, Perkins Farm Pond provides essential water resources for various needs, including recreation.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Perkins Farm Pond has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The pond does not have outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway type. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the last inspection in 2018 deemed the hazard potential as low. With a drainage area of 0.08 square miles and a normalized storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, Perkins Farm Pond remains a vital water resource for the local community, with opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based recreation.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
480 |
River Or Stream |
SNAKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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