Lake Lookout
Key Takeaway
Lake Lookout is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1800 and is 226 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 Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1800 (226 years old) |
| NID ID | TN06505 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ROWELL, ESPERANZA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lookout?
Lake Lookout 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 Lake Lookout?
Lake Lookout is owned by ROWELL, ESPERANZA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lookout built?
Lake Lookout was completed in 1800, making it 226 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Lake Lookout last inspected?
Lake Lookout was last inspected on February 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.