Paul Byers Farm

WATKINS CREEK· Fayette, Tennessee· Built 1986· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Paul Byers Farm is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Length310 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDTN04731

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: October 8, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RHEA, JORDAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Byers Farm?

Paul Byers Farm 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 Paul Byers Farm?

Paul Byers Farm is owned by RHEA, JORDAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Paul Byers Farm built?

Paul Byers Farm was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Paul Byers Farm?

Paul Byers Farm serves the following purposes: 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 Paul Byers Farm last inspected?

Paul Byers Farm was last inspected on October 8, 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.