Black & Decker Lake

FORKED DEER RIVER· Madison, Tennessee· Built 1965· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Black & Decker Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDTN11322

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 3, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Black & Decker Lake?

Black & Decker Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Black & Decker Lake?

Black & Decker Lake is owned by STANLEY BLACK & DECKER INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Black & Decker Lake built?

Black & Decker Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Black & Decker Lake last inspected?

Black & Decker Lake was last inspected on December 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.