Pine Creek #1, located in Scott, Tennessee, is a vital earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1970 for flood risk reduction along the Pine Creek river.
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With a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, this dam has a normal storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1182 acre-feet, serving the community with essential water supply and recreational opportunities. The dam covers a surface area of 30.2 acres and has a drainage area of 2.19 square miles, ensuring effective management of water resources in the region.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Pine Creek #1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its safe operation and compliance with regulatory standards. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of March 2021 is satisfactory, indicating that it is adequately maintained and poses a moderate risk. With no outlet gates and an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam stands as a critical infrastructure for flood control and water management in the area, contributing to the overall resilience of the region against natural disasters.
As a significant structure in the Louisville District, Pine Creek #1 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks, providing water supply, and supporting recreational activities for the local community. With its efficient design and satisfactory condition, the dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Tennessee, highlighting the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding communities against environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1054 |
River Or Stream |
PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
2.19 |
Nid Storage |
1182 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
New River At New River
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486cfs |
South Fork Cumberland River Near Stearns
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195cfs |
South Fk Cumberland River At Leatherwood Ford
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976cfs |
Clear Fork Near Robbins
|
292cfs |
Clear Fork At Saxton
|
243cfs |
Cumberland River At Cumberland Falls
|
2140cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Station Camp Horse Camp
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Bear Creek Horse Camp
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Bandy Creek - Big South Fork Area
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Bandy Creek Campground
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HoneyCreek Horse Camp
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