Nelson Elam #1

TRIBWEST HARPETH RIVER· Williamson, Tennessee· Built 1966· Earth·
High Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Nelson Elam #1 is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 Length492 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage129 acre-ft
Normal Storage94 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDTN18703

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: No
Last Inspection: September 5, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CARL HALEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nelson Elam #1?

Nelson Elam #1 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 Nelson Elam #1?

Nelson Elam #1 is owned by CARL HALEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nelson Elam #1 built?

Nelson Elam #1 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Nelson Elam #1?

Nelson Elam #1 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, 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 Nelson Elam #1 last inspected?

Nelson Elam #1 was last inspected on September 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.