Turkeypen
Key Takeaway
Turkeypen is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 37.3% in TN) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 347 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | TN12312 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HENLEY, LUTHER
Private
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Turkeypen?
Turkeypen is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Turkeypen?
Turkeypen is owned by HENLEY, LUTHER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkeypen built?
Turkeypen was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Turkeypen?
Turkeypen serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Turkeypen?
Turkeypen has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.