Turner

CYPRESS CREEK· Obion, Tennessee· Built 1973· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Turner is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length495 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDTN13104

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: September 11, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BETTIE R. GRAHAM TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Turner?

Turner 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 Turner?

Turner is owned by BETTIE R. GRAHAM TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Turner built?

Turner 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.

When was Turner last inspected?

Turner was last inspected on September 11, 2017. 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.