Camp Haiyaka Lake

BIG CREEK· Shelby, Tennessee· Built 1966· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Haiyaka Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length324 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage61 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDTN15711

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 13, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JULIAN J. HOHENBERG TRUST

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Haiyaka Lake?

Camp Haiyaka 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 Camp Haiyaka Lake?

Camp Haiyaka Lake is owned by JULIAN J. HOHENBERG TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Haiyaka Lake built?

Camp Haiyaka Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Camp Haiyaka Lake last inspected?

Camp Haiyaka Lake was last inspected on April 13, 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.