Glady Hollow

GLADY HOLLOW CREEK· Obion, Tennessee· Built 1977· Earth·
High Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Glady Hollow is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. 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 Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage138 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDTN13113

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: Yes
Last Inspection: September 10, 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 Glady Hollow?

Glady Hollow 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 Glady Hollow?

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

When was Glady Hollow built?

Glady Hollow was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Glady Hollow last inspected?

Glady Hollow was last inspected on September 10, 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.