Fedex World Tech Center

Shelby, Tennessee· Built 1999· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Fedex World Tech Center is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDTN15800

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: September 23, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

FEDEX EXPRESS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fedex World Tech Center?

Fedex World Tech Center 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 Fedex World Tech Center?

Fedex World Tech Center is owned by FEDEX EXPRESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fedex World Tech Center built?

Fedex World Tech Center was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Fedex World Tech Center?

Fedex World Tech Center 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 Fedex World Tech Center last inspected?

Fedex World Tech Center was last inspected on September 23, 2020. 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.