Johnston

BRYMER CREEK· Bradley, Tennessee· Built 1963· Earth·
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Johnston is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDTN01103

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: November 5, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOHNSTON, S. K.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Johnston?

Johnston 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 Johnston?

Johnston is owned by JOHNSTON, S. K. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Johnston built?

Johnston was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Johnston?

Johnston serves the following purposes: 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 Johnston last inspected?

Johnston was last inspected on November 5, 2019. 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.