Willoughby is a state-regulated earth dam located in Madison, Tennessee, with a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 18.5 feet.
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Completed in 1994, this dam serves multiple purposes, including storage and flood control, with a maximum storage capacity of 380 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 26 acres and has a drainage area of 0.98 square miles, making it a crucial structure for water resource management in the region.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of October 2018, Willoughby is regularly inspected by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has no outlet gates. Its risk assessment has been categorized as moderate, indicating a moderate level of risk associated with the structure. Overall, Willoughby plays a vital role in the local water resource infrastructure, mitigating flood risks and providing essential water storage for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
1060 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.98 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |