Roellen

NORTH FORK FORKED DEER R.· Dyer, Tennessee· Built 1982· Earth·
Low Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Roellen is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length455 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDTN04512

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: November 13, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roellen?

Roellen 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 Roellen?

Roellen is owned by WTRBA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Roellen built?

Roellen was completed in 1982, making it 44 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Roellen last inspected?

Roellen was last inspected on November 13, 2018. 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.