Kingriverside Park

Shelby, Tennessee· Built 1965· Earth·

High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kingriverside Park is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length	938 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	6 acre-ft
Normal Storage	13 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1965 (61 years old)
NID ID	TN15793

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: June 22, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

MEMPHIS PARK COMMISSION

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kingriverside Park?

Kingriverside Park is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kingriverside Park?

Kingriverside Park is owned by MEMPHIS PARK COMMISSION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kingriverside Park built?

Kingriverside Park was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Kingriverside Park last inspected?

Kingriverside Park was last inspected on June 22, 2020. 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.