Winfrey

LOOSAHATCHIE RIVER· Fayette, Tennessee· Built 1975· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Winfrey is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDTN04732

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: May 11, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WINFREY, LAURA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winfrey?

Winfrey 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 Winfrey?

Winfrey is owned by WINFREY, LAURA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Winfrey built?

Winfrey was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Winfrey last inspected?

Winfrey was last inspected on May 11, 2020. 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.