Susan Branch #2

SUSAN BRANCH· Henderson, Tennessee· Built 1984· Earth·
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Susan Branch #2 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDTN07724

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: August 20, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Susan Branch #2?

Susan Branch #2 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 Susan Branch #2?

Susan Branch #2 is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Susan Branch #2 built?

Susan Branch #2 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.

When was Susan Branch #2 last inspected?

Susan Branch #2 was last inspected on August 20, 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.