Lad

CHARLIE BRANCH· Overton, Tennessee· Built 1962· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lad is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length557 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage243 acre-ft
Normal Storage160 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDTN13303

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: November 13, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WILLIAMS, MALCOLM, JR.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lad?

Lad 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 Lad?

Lad is owned by WILLIAMS, MALCOLM, JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lad built?

Lad was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lad last inspected?

Lad was last inspected on November 13, 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.