Jeansonne is a privately owned dam located in Sullivan, Tennessee, along Tribhicks Branch.
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Built in 2013 by Foundation Systems Engineering, this 30-foot tall earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.6 acres. Despite not being state regulated or permitted, Jeansonne poses a high hazard potential due to its structural height of 30 feet and hydraulic height of 26 feet.
The dam, with an uncontrolled spillway type, has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," Jeansonne undergoes inspections every five years, with the last conducted in March 2019. With emergency action plans and risk management measures not specified, the dam's potential impact in the event of failure underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of those downstream and the surrounding environment.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Huntington District, Jeansonne's risk profile presents a critical area of focus for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a privately owned structure with no federal oversight, the dam highlights the importance of robust regulatory frameworks and proactive risk management strategies in safeguarding communities and ecosystems dependent on water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
2013 |
Dam Length |
200 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBHICKS BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
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