Dams in Roane County, Tennessee
5Total Dams
1High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Roane County, Tennessee
Roane County has 5 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 Roane County is 62 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Webster Dam at 40 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watts Bar Dam - Kingston Backwater Dike | High | Not Available | 37 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1942 |
| D.o.e. Oak Ridge White Oak Dam | Significant | Not Available | 25 | Other | 1941 |
| Rose Bailey Dam | Significant | 16 | |||
| Webster Dam | Low | 40 | Recreation | 1961 | |
| Kingston North Embayment Dam | Low | Not Available | 11 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 2012 |