Dillard

Cheatham, Tennessee· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Dillard is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDTN02117

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 26, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DILLARD, M. R.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dillard?

Dillard is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Dillard?

Dillard is owned by DILLARD, M. R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Dillard?

Dillard 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 Dillard last inspected?

Dillard was last inspected on January 26, 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.