Malvern

WOLFDEN BRANCH· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1977· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Malvern is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length515 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage241 acre-ft
Normal Storage182 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDTN03528

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: January 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

FAIRFIELD GLADE COMMUNITY CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Malvern?

Malvern 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 Malvern?

Malvern is owned by FAIRFIELD GLADE COMMUNITY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Malvern built?

Malvern was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Malvern last inspected?

Malvern was last inspected on January 15, 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.