Dams in Van Buren County, Tennessee
6Total Dams
1High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Van Buren County, Tennessee
Van Buren County has 6 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 Van Buren County is 31 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Fall Creek Falls Dam at 75 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Creek Falls Dam | High | Satisfactory | 75 | 1970 | |
| Spencer Water Supply Dam | Significant | Fair | 38 | 1965 | |
| Evans Lake Dam | Significant | 14 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 2013 | |
| Joe Long Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 37 | Recreation | 2011 |
| Long Branch Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 31 | Recreation | 2004 |
| Camps Gulf Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 27 | Recreation | 2004 |