O'Donnell Dam
Tennessee — Franklin County — BARNES BRANCH
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Franklin |
| River | BARNES BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 35.20139, -85.90083 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| NID Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 1, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Sewanee Utility District |
| Other Name | O'Donnell |
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.