Pigue Brothers Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paradise Lake Lewisburg Reservoir
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Pigue Brothers is a private dam located in Marshall, Tennessee, along Mooresville Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 22.2 feet and serves a primary purpose not specified in the data. With a hydraulic height of 16.3 feet and a storage capacity of 68 acre-feet, Pigue Brothers has a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, Pigue Brothers poses a risk to the surrounding area in case of an emergency due to its significant hazard potential. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to handle excess water flow in times of heavy rainfall or flooding. The last inspection date recorded was in August 2017, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pigue Brothers presents an intriguing case study in dam safety and risk management. With its location in a high-risk area and limited state oversight, there is a need for increased monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the integrity of the dam structure. Further research and analysis of Pigue Brothers could provide valuable insights into improving dam resilience and emergency preparedness in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
397 |
River Or Stream |
MOORESVILLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
22.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fountain Creek Near Fountain Heights
|
3cfs |
Big Rock Cr At Double Bridges
|
3cfs |
Duck River Above Milltown
|
627cfs |
Duck River At Columbia
|
785cfs |
Cane Creek Near Howell
|
0cfs |
Duck River Near Shelbyville
|
339cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Pigue Brothers