Hunter

GERRY BRANCH· Hickman, Tennessee· Built 2015· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hunter is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed2015 (11 years old)
NID IDTN08114

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: January 23, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HUNTER, DR. LEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunter?

Hunter 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 Hunter?

Hunter is owned by HUNTER, DR. LEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hunter built?

Hunter was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Hunter?

Hunter serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Hunter last inspected?

Hunter was last inspected on January 23, 2018. 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.