Watergrove is a privately-owned dam located in Memphis, Tennessee, along the TRIBNONCONNAH CREEK.
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The dam, primarily used for flood control, stands at a hydraulic height of 7.8 feet and a structural height of 10 feet, with a length of 600 feet. Completed in 1987, Watergrove has a maximum storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 16 acres and draining a small watershed of 0.07 square miles.
Maintained and regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Watergrove has a low hazard potential and is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in March 2021. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Watergrove plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources in the area, contributing to the overall water infrastructure of the region.
Watergrove's presence underscores the importance of effective dam management and maintenance in safeguarding communities against potential water-related hazards. With its critical role in flood control along TRIBNONCONNAH CREEK, this Earth-type dam serves as a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Shelby County, Tennessee, highlighting the significance of responsible water management practices to ensure the safety and well-being of the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
600 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBNONCONNAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
18cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
505cfs |
Fletcher Creek At Sycamore View Road At Memphis
|
4cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
102cfs |
Mississippi River At Memphis
|
219000cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
485cfs |