Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Located on the Ocoee River in Polk, Tennessee, the Ocoee No.


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Summary

2 Forebay Dam stands as a testament to Tennessee Electric Power's innovative design and construction in 1913. This concrete gravity dam, with a height of 24 feet and a length of 90 feet, serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the region. Managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority, the dam's primary purpose is classified as 'Other,' highlighting its multifaceted role in the area's water infrastructure.

With a maximum storage capacity of 30 acre-feet and a normal storage of 17 acre-feet, the Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring the safety of downstream communities. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment underscore the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its operational duties efficiently, with the spillway and outlet gates serving as key components in controlling water discharge during peak flow periods.

As a historic landmark along the Ocoee River, the Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam stands as a symbol of early 20th-century engineering prowess and environmental stewardship. Its presence not only facilitates water resource management but also contributes to the overall resilience of the region's infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human intervention and natural forces in shaping our environment.

Year Completed

1913

Dam Length

90

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

OCOEE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

30

Structural Height

40

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

40
       
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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.