Tennessee Silica

Benton, Tennessee· Built 1983· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Tennessee Silica is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage286 acre-ft
Normal Storage203 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDTN00511

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 Tennessee Silica?

Tennessee Silica 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 Tennessee Silica?

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

When was Tennessee Silica built?

Tennessee Silica was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Tennessee Silica last inspected?

Tennessee Silica 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.