Cedar Creek

TRIBMORPHIS CREEK· McNairy, Tennessee· Built 1994· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cedar Creek is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage273 acre-ft
Normal Storage138 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDTN10918

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: March 26, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CEDAR CREEK H.O.A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek?

Cedar 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 Cedar Creek?

Cedar Creek is owned by CEDAR CREEK H.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cedar Creek built?

Cedar Creek was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Cedar Creek?

Cedar Creek serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Cedar Creek last inspected?

Cedar Creek was last inspected on March 26, 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.