Dams in Sequatchie County, Tennessee
10Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Sequatchie County, Tennessee
Sequatchie County has 10 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.
The average dam in Sequatchie County is 42 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Lake Tahoo Dam at 47 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunlap Dam | High | Satisfactory | 27 | Water Supply | 2003 |
| Lake Tahoo Dam | Low | Fair | 47 | 1997 | |
| Lake Daniel Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 40 | 1997 | |
| Wagner Dam | Low | Fair | 33 | Recreation | 1999 |
| Deerhead Dam | Low | Fair | 31 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Dunaway Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 31 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Brier Branch Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 26 | 1989 | |
| Studer Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 25 | 1976 | |
| Taylor Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 21 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Barker Dam | Low | 20 | 1972 |