Johnson Creek #10 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Johnson Creek #10, also known as Johnson Creek Dam 10, is a private earth dam located in Oak Grove, Tennessee, along the Little Johnson Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction in the area. Standing at a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 19 feet, it has a NID storage capacity of 386 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet.

With a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Johnson Creek #10 has not been rated for its current condition. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion and does not have any outlet gates or associated structures. The last inspection was conducted in February 2020, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Despite being privately owned, the dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Tennessee and is not subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, or enforcement.

While Johnson Creek #10 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, its current condition assessment and emergency action plan status are unknown. With its design by the USDA NRCS and its location in a high-risk area, ensuring the safety and functionality of this dam is essential for protecting the surrounding communities and water resources.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

460

River Or Stream

LITTLE JOHNSON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18.4

Hydraulic Height

19

Drainage Area

0.95

Nid Storage

386

Structural Height

30

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.