Summary
This earth dam has a hydraulic height of 16.2 feet and a structural height of 21.6 feet, providing a normal storage capacity of 143 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is not currently rated for its condition but undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in September 2020.
While T Industries' dam is uncontrolled in terms of spillway type, it has a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 22 acres. The dam's drainage area is 0.12 square miles, and it boasts a dam length of 320 feet. Despite not being regulated by the state and lacking enforcement and permitting processes, the dam has not required any modifications since its completion. Emergency action plans, risk management measures, and inundation maps have not been prepared or updated, signifying potential areas for improvement in terms of safety and disaster preparedness at the site.
Overall, T Industries' dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique characteristics and operational aspects. The company's presence in the Nashville District underscores the importance of private entities in managing water infrastructure, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and assessment to ensure public safety and environmental sustainability in the face of potential risks and hazards.
Dam Length |
320 |
River Or Stream |
POLECAT BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
21.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
T Industries