Church Lake

SHAW'S CREEK· Fayette, Tennessee· Built 1956· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Church Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDTN04735

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: May 15, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SIMMONS, JOHN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Church Lake?

Church 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 Church Lake?

Church Lake is owned by SIMMONS, JOHN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Church Lake built?

Church Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Church Lake last inspected?

Church Lake was last inspected on May 15, 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.