Refish #1

BIG BRANCH· Decatur, Tennessee· Built 1962· Earth·
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Refish #1 is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length516 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDTN03902

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 27, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

REESE, JERRY D.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Refish #1?

Refish #1 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Refish #1?

Refish #1 is owned by REESE, JERRY D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Refish #1 built?

Refish #1 was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Refish #1 last inspected?

Refish #1 was last inspected on October 27, 2017. 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.