Spencer Water Supply Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateTennessee
CountyVan Buren
River/StreamCANEY FORK RIVER
Coordinates35.76667, -85.46889

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height38 ft
Dam Length480 ft
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage358 acre-ft
Max Storage358 acre-ft
Normal Storage220 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

OwnerCity Of Spencer
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/15/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDTN17502
Federal IDTN17502
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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