Catfish Haven #1

CUB CREEK· Decatur, Tennessee· Built 1967· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Catfish Haven #1 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length473 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage188 acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDTN03901

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: October 27, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HOLLADAY FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Catfish Haven #1?

Catfish Haven #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 Catfish Haven #1?

Catfish Haven #1 is owned by HOLLADAY FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Catfish Haven #1 built?

Catfish Haven #1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Catfish Haven #1 last inspected?

Catfish Haven #1 was last inspected on October 27, 2017. 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.