Mt. Gilead

MIDDLE FORK FORKED DEER R· Henderson, Tennessee· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Mt. Gilead is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDTN07722

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: July 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mt. Gilead?

Mt. Gilead 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 Mt. Gilead?

Mt. Gilead is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mt. Gilead built?

Mt. Gilead was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Mt. Gilead last inspected?

Mt. Gilead was last inspected on July 16, 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.