Davis Mill #4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Davis Mill #4 is a private earth dam located in Polk, Tennessee, designed for flood risk reduction along Davis Mill Creek.


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Summary

Constructed in 2011, this structure stands at a height of 37 feet and spans a length of 225 feet, providing a storage capacity of 246 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, Davis Mill #4 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program to ensure its satisfactory condition and continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks in the region.

With a drainage area of 5.16 square miles, Davis Mill #4 plays a crucial role in managing water flow and reducing the impact of potential flooding events. The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, helps regulate water levels, while its moderate risk assessment indicates a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. The structure's location within the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers underscores its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts, highlighting the collaborative efforts involved in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

2011

Dam Length

225

River Or Stream

DAVIS MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

0.2

Drainage Area

5.16

Nid Storage

246

Structural Height

37

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

37
       
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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.