Studer

ROCKY RIVER· Sequatchie, Tennessee· Built 1976· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Studer is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length466 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage279 acre-ft
Normal Storage173 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDTN15305

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: December 15, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

OSTEEN, J. PHILLIP, ET AL.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Studer?

Studer 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 Studer?

Studer is owned by OSTEEN, J. PHILLIP, ET AL. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Studer built?

Studer was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Studer?

Studer serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Studer last inspected?

Studer was last inspected on December 15, 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.