Indian Creek #7

INDIAN CREEK· Hardeman, Tennessee· Built 1959· Earth·
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Indian Creek #7 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Length747 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage410 acre-ft
Surface Area87 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDTN06911

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: April 17, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

INDIAN CREEK W.D.

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek #7?

Indian Creek #7 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 Indian Creek #7?

Indian Creek #7 is owned by INDIAN CREEK W.D. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Indian Creek #7 built?

Indian Creek #7 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.

What is the primary purpose of Indian Creek #7?

Indian Creek #7 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Indian Creek #7 last inspected?

Indian Creek #7 was last inspected on April 17, 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.