Porters Creek #16

PORTERS CREEK· Hardeman, Tennessee· Built 1965· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

Porters Creek #16 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,331 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage968 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDTN06905

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: July 13, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Porters Creek #16?

Porters Creek #16 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 Porters Creek #16?

Porters Creek #16 is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Porters Creek #16 built?

Porters Creek #16 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Porters Creek #16?

Porters Creek #16 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 Porters Creek #16 last inspected?

Porters Creek #16 was last inspected on July 13, 2020. 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.