Calfkiller River dam
Calfkiller River
Located in White County, Tennessee, the Calfkiller River is a vital water resource regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program. This concrete dam, completed in 1975, stands at a structural height of 33 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, with a total length of 300 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 390 acre-feet and serves the purpose of water storage for the region. The river's drainage area is 1.6 square miles, with a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet.
The Calfkiller River dam has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in October 2019. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and there are no outlet gates associated with the structure. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a risk management plan in place to address any potential issues. The surrounding area is at risk of inundation in case of a dam failure, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of this essential water resource.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area will find the Calfkiller River dam to be a fascinating infrastructure project that plays a crucial role in water storage and management in White County, Tennessee. With state regulation, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam ensures the safety and reliability of water supply for the region. The moderate risk assessment and hazard potential emphasize the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the continued functionality of this important water structure.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Calfkiller River -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Calfkiller River At Hwy 111 Below Sparta | 282 cfs | → |
| Falling Water River Near Cookeville | 41 cfs | → |
| Collins River Near Mcminnville | 198 cfs | → |
| Smith Fork At Temperance Hall | 19 cfs | → |
| Roaring River Near Hilham | 12 cfs | → |
| West Fork Obey River Near Alpine | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Calfkiller River.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Backcountry Camp 2
- Backcountry Camp 1
- Floating Mill - Center Hill Lake
- Holmes Creek - Center Hill Lake
- Backcountry Camp 3
- Edgar Evins State Park
Paddle runs
- I-40 Bridge To Western Boundary Of Catoosa Wildlife Management Area, At Adams Bridge
- Mill Site To Center Bridge
- U.S. 127 Bridge To Morgan County Line
- Center Bridge To Cumberland-Morgan County Line
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Track Calfkiller River in the Snoflo app
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About Calfkiller River
Where does the data for Calfkiller River come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Calfkiller River.