Holiday

OBED RIVER· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1959· Earth·
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Holiday is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage7.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.6K acre-ft
Surface Area232 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDTN03522

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CITY OF CROSSVILLE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holiday?

Holiday 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 Holiday?

Holiday is owned by CITY OF CROSSVILLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holiday built?

Holiday was completed in 1959, making it 67 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Holiday last inspected?

Holiday was last inspected on April 6, 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.