Davy Crockett

LITTLE LAUREL CREEK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1970· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Davy Crockett is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTN03526

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: December 18, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN RETREAT P.O.A.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davy Crockett?

Davy Crockett 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 Davy Crockett?

Davy Crockett is owned by CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN RETREAT P.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Davy Crockett built?

Davy Crockett was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Davy Crockett last inspected?

Davy Crockett was last inspected on December 18, 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.