Tn Consolidated Coal #2

Marion, Tennessee· Built 1976· Earth·
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Tn Consolidated Coal #2 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDTN11512

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: October 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

LEXINGTON COAL COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tn Consolidated Coal #2?

Tn Consolidated Coal #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 Tn Consolidated Coal #2?

Tn Consolidated Coal #2 is owned by LEXINGTON COAL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tn Consolidated Coal #2 built?

Tn Consolidated Coal #2 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 Tn Consolidated Coal #2?

Tn Consolidated Coal #2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Tn Consolidated Coal #2 last inspected?

Tn Consolidated Coal #2 was last inspected on October 16, 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.