Fox Creek Lake

FOX CREEK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1966· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fox Creek Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.2K acre-ft
Surface Area134 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDTN03512

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: January 22, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DURFEE FAMILY LLP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fox Creek Lake?

Fox Creek 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 Fox Creek Lake?

Fox Creek Lake is owned by DURFEE FAMILY LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fox Creek Lake built?

Fox Creek Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Fox Creek Lake?

Fox Creek Lake 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 Fox Creek Lake last inspected?

Fox Creek Lake was last inspected on January 22, 2018. 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.