Boardwalk

MARTIN BRANCH· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1981· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Boardwalk is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDTN03552

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: February 3, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

AUSTA LA VISTA LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boardwalk?

Boardwalk 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 Boardwalk?

Boardwalk is owned by AUSTA LA VISTA LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boardwalk built?

Boardwalk was completed in 1981, making it 45 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Boardwalk last inspected?

Boardwalk was last inspected on February 3, 2021. 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.