South Harpeth

Davidson, Tennessee· Built 1998· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

South Harpeth is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length476 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage331 acre-ft
Normal Storage212 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDTN03723

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: January 26, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FREEMAN, BILL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of South Harpeth?

South Harpeth 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 Harpeth?

South Harpeth is owned by FREEMAN, BILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was South Harpeth built?

South Harpeth was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Harpeth?

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

When was South Harpeth last inspected?

South Harpeth was last inspected on January 26, 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.