What National Dam Safety Day means for the Cumberland Basin

Old Hickory Dam spills April 4, 2024, on the Cumberland River in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District operates and maintains this multipurpose dam. This Sunday marks National Dam Safety Awareness Day, an annual observance dedicated to educating the public about the 10 dams in the Cumberland River Basin, local flood risks, and the vital importance of preparedness for potential dam emergencies. (USACE Photo by Lee Roberts)