J C Gant

ROCKY BRANCH· Bledsoe, Tennessee· Built 1960· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

J C Gant is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDTN00710

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: May 3, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

EPS OF EAST TN LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J C Gant?

J C Gant 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 J C Gant?

J C Gant is owned by EPS OF EAST TN LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was J C Gant built?

J C Gant was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was J C Gant last inspected?

J C Gant was last inspected on May 3, 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.