Clayborne

BEAVERDAM CREEK· Bledsoe, Tennessee· Built 1966· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Clayborne is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length260 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage105 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDTN00711

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: May 3, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

EPS OF EAST TN LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clayborne?

Clayborne 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 Clayborne?

Clayborne is owned by EPS OF EAST TN LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clayborne built?

Clayborne was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Clayborne last inspected?

Clayborne was last inspected on May 3, 2017. 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.