Irvin

HATCHIE RIVER· Lauderdale, Tennessee· Built 1943· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Irvin is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)
NID IDTN09707

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: June 21, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

IRVIN, DORIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Irvin?

Irvin 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 Irvin?

Irvin is owned by IRVIN, DORIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Irvin built?

Irvin was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Irvin?

Irvin serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Irvin last inspected?

Irvin was last inspected on June 21, 2017. 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.