Buck Creek #1

BUCK CREEK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1990· Earth·
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Buck Creek #1 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage595 acre-ft
Normal Storage395 acre-ft
Surface Area47 acres
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDTN03569

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: April 2, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

PELFREY, EARL THOMAS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Buck Creek #1?

Buck Creek #1 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 Buck Creek #1?

Buck Creek #1 is owned by PELFREY, EARL THOMAS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Buck Creek #1 built?

Buck Creek #1 was completed in 1990, making it 36 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Buck Creek #1?

Buck Creek #1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Buck Creek #1 last inspected?

Buck Creek #1 was last inspected on April 2, 2018. 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.