Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam
Key Takeaway
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 28% in TN) |
| Dam Length | 90 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | TN13913 |
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
TVA
Federal Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam 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 Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam is owned by TVA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam built?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam last inspected?
Ocoee No. 2 Forebay Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.