John Sevier Dam
Tennessee — Hawkins County — HOLSTON RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Hawkins |
| River | HOLSTON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.38125, -82.96584 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 48 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 660 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 18, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | John Sevier Detention Dam |
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.