No. Fork Forked Deer #37
Key Takeaway
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 396 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | TN05338 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GIBSON COUNTY
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of No. Fork Forked Deer #37?
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 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 No. Fork Forked Deer #37?
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 is owned by GIBSON COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was No. Fork Forked Deer #37 built?
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 No. Fork Forked Deer #37?
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was No. Fork Forked Deer #37 last inspected?
No. Fork Forked Deer #37 was last inspected on July 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.