Alcoa

Blount, Tennessee· Built 1991· Earth·
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Alcoa is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage177 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDTN00913

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: January 9, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CITY OF ALCOA

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Alcoa?

Alcoa is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Alcoa?

Alcoa is owned by CITY OF ALCOA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Alcoa built?

Alcoa was completed in 1991, making it 35 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Alcoa last inspected?

Alcoa was last inspected on January 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.