Dams in Anderson County, Tennessee
4Total Dams
1High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Anderson County, Tennessee
Anderson County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification.
The average dam in Anderson County is 50 years old. The most common purpose is other. The tallest dam is Gum Branch Dam at 447 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gum Branch Dam | High | Fair | 447 | Tailings | 1981 |
| Commerce Park Dam | Significant | Satisfactory | 40 | Other | 1987 |
| Bull Run Fossil Plant - Ash & Gypsum Disposal Area Perimeter Dike | Significant | Not Available | 18 | Other | 1966 |
| Butcher Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 22 | 1970 |