Huber Effluent Pond #5
Key Takeaway
Huber Effluent Pond #5 is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | TN10704 |
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
J. M. HUBER CORPORATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Huber Effluent Pond #5?
Huber Effluent Pond #5 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 Huber Effluent Pond #5?
Huber Effluent Pond #5 is owned by J. M. HUBER CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Huber Effluent Pond #5 built?
Huber Effluent Pond #5 was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Huber Effluent Pond #5?
Huber Effluent Pond #5 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.