Justus

DAVIS BRANCH· Greene, Tennessee· Built 1972· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Justus is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage93 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDTN05904

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: March 19, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

C & C DEVELOPMENT LLC, ET AL.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Justus?

Justus 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 Justus?

Justus is owned by C & C DEVELOPMENT LLC, ET AL. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Justus built?

Justus was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Justus last inspected?

Justus was last inspected on March 19, 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.