Indian Creek

Humphreys, Tennessee· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Indian Creek is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area130 acres
NID IDTN08508

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 28, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

CHANCE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Indian Creek?

Indian Creek 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?

Indian Creek is owned by CHANCE LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Indian Creek?

Indian Creek 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 Indian Creek last inspected?

Indian Creek was last inspected on January 28, 2016. 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.