Johnson Creek #2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Oak Grove, Tennessee, along the Johnson Creek.
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Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, Johnson Creek #2 has a storage capacity of 1113 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 44.2 acres. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated".
The dam is not regulated by the state and does not require permits or inspections. With no associated locks or outlet gates, Johnson Creek #2 features an uncontrolled spillway type. Although the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, there is no emergency action plan in place, raising concerns about preparedness in case of a potential breach. Overall, Johnson Creek #2 stands as a structure designed to mitigate flood risks in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
840 |
River Or Stream |
JOHNSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
2.83 |
Nid Storage |
1113 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Middle Fork Forked Deer River Near Fairview
|
164cfs |
South Fork Forked Deer River Near Owl City
|
524cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Rialto
|
1080cfs |