Edwards Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Edwards, a private water resource located in Madison, Tennessee, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.


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Summary

Built in 2003, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 22.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 12.1 feet and a length of 435 feet. With a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a surface area of 3.6 acres, Edwards plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Edwards poses a moderate risk as per the risk assessment. The dam, primarily used for fire protection and aquatic purposes, features an uncontrolled spillway and lacks outlet gates. Moreover, the last inspection conducted in March 2016 rated the condition as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation to ensure its structural integrity and functionality are up to standard.

With its location in the Memphis District and under the jurisdiction of the state of Tennessee, Edwards represents a vital component of the local water infrastructure. As an enthusiast interested in water resources and climate, monitoring and assessing the condition of structures like Edwards are essential to ensure the sustainability and safety of our water systems in the face of changing climate patterns.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

435

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.6

Hydraulic Height

12.1

Drainage Area

0.56

Nid Storage

85

Structural Height

22.5

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

23
       
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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.