Metcalf Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spain Lake Thousand Oaks
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Metcalf is a privately owned dam located in White County, Tennessee, with a primary purpose of providing fire protection, stock watering, and serving as a small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1967, the earth dam has a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, with a length of 243 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 6.4 acres, serving the local community while also contributing to water resource management in the region.
The dam is situated on TRIBBLUE SPRING CREEK and is under the jurisdiction of the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in July 2020. Metcalf serves as a vital infrastructure for fire protection and water supply, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management measures for the sustainability of the water resource and climate in the area.
Overall, Metcalf dam plays a crucial role in providing essential services to the community while also contributing to water resource management in White County, Tennessee. As an earth dam with a modest storage capacity, the structure ensures fire protection, stock watering, and recreational opportunities for the local population. With a focus on risk assessment and periodic inspections, the dam remains a key asset in the region's infrastructure, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience for sustainable development.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
243 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBBLUE SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Metcalf