Settling Pond

Benton, Tennessee· Built 1970· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Settling Pond is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTN00510

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: February 12, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

COVIA HOLDINGS CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Settling Pond?

Settling Pond 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 Settling Pond?

Settling Pond is owned by COVIA HOLDINGS CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Settling Pond built?

Settling Pond 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.

What is the primary purpose of Settling Pond?

Settling Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Settling Pond last inspected?

Settling Pond was last inspected on February 12, 2019. 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.