Carrolwood Lake 'Ac'

TRIBFLETCHER CREEK· Shelby, Tennessee· Built 1988· Earth·
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length375 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage161 acre-ft
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDTN15786

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 20, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CARROLLWOOD LAKES H.O.A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carrolwood Lake 'Ac'?

Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Carrolwood Lake 'Ac'?

Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' is owned by CARROLLWOOD LAKES H.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' built?

Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' was completed in 1988, making it 38 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' last inspected?

Carrolwood Lake 'Ac' was last inspected on March 20, 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.