Harvest Farms Lake
Key Takeaway
Harvest Farms Lake is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 434 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 78 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | TN17705 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HARVEST FARMS LAKE OWNERS ASSOC.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Harvest Farms Lake?
Harvest Farms Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Harvest Farms Lake?
Harvest Farms Lake is owned by HARVEST FARMS LAKE OWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harvest Farms Lake built?
Harvest Farms Lake was completed in 1972, making it 54 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Harvest Farms Lake last inspected?
Harvest Farms Lake was last inspected on July 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.