Pressmans Home

LITTLE POOR VALLEY CREEK· Hawkins, Tennessee· Built 1938· Masonry·
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Pressmans Home is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length391 ft
Dam TypeMasonry
Max Storage316 acre-ft
Normal Storage211 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDTN07303

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 9, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

FRANCIS, ROSEMARY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pressmans Home?

Pressmans Home is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Pressmans Home?

Pressmans Home is owned by FRANCIS, ROSEMARY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pressmans Home built?

Pressmans Home was completed in 1938, making it 88 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Pressmans Home last inspected?

Pressmans Home was last inspected on November 9, 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.