Bigford

TURKEY CREEK· Madison, Tennessee· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Bigford is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,351 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage315 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTN11347

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: No
Last Inspection: March 16, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BIGFORD, JOE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bigford?

Bigford 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 Bigford?

Bigford is owned by BIGFORD, JOE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Bigford?

Bigford serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Bigford last inspected?

Bigford was last inspected on March 16, 2016. 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.