Finley Ditch

FINLEY DITCH· Dyer, Tennessee· Built 1983· Earth·
Significant Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Finley Ditch is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage47 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDTN04514

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 5, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Finley Ditch?

Finley Ditch 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 Finley Ditch?

Finley Ditch is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Finley Ditch built?

Finley Ditch was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Finley Ditch last inspected?

Finley Ditch was last inspected on March 5, 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.