Ridgeway Country Club
Key Takeaway
Ridgeway Country Club is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 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 | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TN15713 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RIDGEWAY COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ridgeway Country Club?
Ridgeway Country Club 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 Ridgeway Country Club?
Ridgeway Country Club is owned by RIDGEWAY COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ridgeway Country Club built?
Ridgeway Country Club was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Ridgeway Country Club last inspected?
Ridgeway Country Club was last inspected on June 25, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.