Milky Way Dam
Tennessee — Giles County — TRIB-RICHLAND CREEK
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Giles |
| River | TRIB-RICHLAND CREEK |
| Coordinates | 35.31667, -87.04028 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 544 ft |
| NID Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 12, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1965 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Golden, Lynn |
| Other Name | Milky Way |
Location Map
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.