Brier Branch

ALEX BRANCH· Sequatchie, Tennessee· Built 1989· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Brier Branch is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage246 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDTN15307

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: November 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

BRIER BRANCH HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brier Branch?

Brier Branch 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 Brier Branch?

Brier Branch is owned by BRIER BRANCH HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Brier Branch built?

Brier Branch was completed in 1989, making it 37 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Brier Branch last inspected?

Brier Branch was last inspected on November 30, 2018. 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.