Mitchell #1 is a privately-owned earth dam located in Shelby, Tennessee, along the Big Creek Drainage Canal.
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Constructed in 1961, this dam stands at a structural height of 19 feet and a hydraulic height of 14.2 feet, with a length of 350 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 130 acre-feet and a normal storage of 62 acre-feet, serving a drainage area of 0.18 square miles.
The dam is regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. It has been assessed to have a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in December 2020. While it does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level.
Overall, Mitchell #1 poses minimal risk due to its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition. Its strategic location along the Big Creek Drainage Canal in Tennessee highlights the importance of its role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. With state regulation and regular inspections in place, the dam continues to provide essential flood control and water storage benefits to the local community.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
350 |
River Or Stream |
BIG CREEK DRAINAGE CANAL |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |