Swain Dam

Tennessee — Scott County — NEW RIVER

Location

StateTennessee
CountyScott
RiverNEW RIVER
Coordinates36.39694, -84.52083

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length395 ft
NID Storage57 acre-ft
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition Assessment—
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMarch 29, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1973
Primary Purpose—
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSwain, Mrs. W. H.
Other NameSwain

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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