Burnett

ALEXANDER CREEK· Morgan, Tennessee· Built 1969· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Burnett is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDTN12904

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: August 6, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FLYNN, HAROLD & GLENDA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burnett?

Burnett 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 Burnett?

Burnett is owned by FLYNN, HAROLD & GLENDA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Burnett built?

Burnett was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Burnett last inspected?

Burnett was last inspected on August 6, 2019. 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.