Clear Creek

CLEAR CREEK· Giles, Tennessee· Built 1937· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Clear Creek is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length709 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage135 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDTN05502

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: July 2, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CLEAR CREEK LAKE CORP.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek?

Clear 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek is owned by CLEAR CREEK LAKE CORP. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clear Creek built?

Clear Creek was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Clear Creek last inspected?

Clear Creek was last inspected on July 2, 2019. 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.