Bruce Creek

OBION RIVER· Obion, Tennessee· Built 1987· Earth·
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Bruce Creek is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage252 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)
NID IDTN13120

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: September 30, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bruce Creek?

Bruce Creek 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 Bruce Creek?

Bruce Creek is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bruce Creek built?

Bruce Creek was completed in 1987, making it 39 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Bruce Creek last inspected?

Bruce Creek was last inspected on September 30, 2020. 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.