Bays Mountain Dam
Tennessee — Sullivan County — DOLAN BRANCH
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Sullivan |
| River | DOLAN BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 36.50861, -82.61222 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| NID Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1915 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City Of Kingsport |
| Other Name | Bays Mountain |
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.