South Fork Pond #1

TRIBS. FORK EAGLE CREEK· Henry, Tennessee· Built 1984· Earth·
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

South Fork Pond #1 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDTN07916

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: September 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

J.R. HAYES CONSTRUCTION CO.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Fork Pond #1?

South Fork Pond #1 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 South Fork Pond #1?

South Fork Pond #1 is owned by J.R. HAYES CONSTRUCTION CO. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was South Fork Pond #1 built?

South Fork Pond #1 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 South Fork Pond #1?

South Fork Pond #1 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 South Fork Pond #1 last inspected?

South Fork Pond #1 was last inspected on September 24, 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.