D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam
Key Takeaway
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1983 |
| NID ID | TN14501 |
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
DOE OAK RIDGE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam?
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam 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 D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam?
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam is owned by DOE OAK RIDGE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam built?
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam?
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam 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 D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam last inspected?
D.O.E. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam was last inspected on September 8, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.