Old Jamestown Water Suppl

NORTH WHITE OAK CREEK· Fentress, Tennessee· Built 1955· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Old Jamestown Water Suppl is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length221 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage71 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDTN04906

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 4, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ALLRED, BALEY FRED

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Jamestown Water Suppl?

Old Jamestown Water Suppl 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 Old Jamestown Water Suppl?

Old Jamestown Water Suppl is owned by ALLRED, BALEY FRED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Old Jamestown Water Suppl built?

Old Jamestown Water Suppl was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Old Jamestown Water Suppl last inspected?

Old Jamestown Water Suppl was last inspected on January 4, 2018. 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.