Eldridge Lake

NELSON BRANCH· Madison, Tennessee· Built 1965· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Eldridge Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDTN11310

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: November 20, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ELDRIDGE, JIMMY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eldridge Lake?

Eldridge 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 Eldridge Lake?

Eldridge Lake is owned by ELDRIDGE, JIMMY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eldridge Lake built?

Eldridge Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Eldridge Lake last inspected?

Eldridge Lake was last inspected on November 20, 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.