Davy Crockett
Key Takeaway
Davy Crockett is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 1,045 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | TN03301 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TWRA
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Davy Crockett?
Davy Crockett is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Davy Crockett?
Davy Crockett is owned by TWRA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davy Crockett built?
Davy Crockett was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Davy Crockett last inspected?
Davy Crockett was last inspected on September 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.