Lake Anne

SMITHSON BRANCH· Cannon, Tennessee· Built 1967· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Lake Anne is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage446 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDTN01502

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 7, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DUKE, AUSTIN W.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Anne?

Lake Anne is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Anne?

Lake Anne is owned by DUKE, AUSTIN W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Anne built?

Lake Anne was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lake Anne?

Lake Anne serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Lake Anne last inspected?

Lake Anne was last inspected on June 7, 2017. 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.