Richmond Hills

Wilson, Tennessee· Built 1970· Earth·

High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Richmond Hills is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 Length	312 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	38 acre-ft
Normal Storage	31 acre-ft

Surface Area	2 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1970 (56 years old)
NID ID	TN18904

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: October 9, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

RICHMOND HILLS H.O.A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Richmond Hills?

Richmond Hills 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 Richmond Hills?

Richmond Hills is owned by RICHMOND HILLS H.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Richmond Hills built?

Richmond Hills was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Richmond Hills last inspected?

Richmond Hills was last inspected on October 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.