Lake Site No.3
Key Takeaway
Lake Site No.3 is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 46.7% in TN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | TN12503 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Fort Campbell
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lake Site No.3?
Lake Site No.3 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 Lake Site No.3?
Lake Site No.3 is owned by Fort Campbell (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Site No.3 built?
Lake Site No.3 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Site No.3?
Lake Site No.3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Site No.3?
Lake Site No.3 has a dam height of 29 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Site No.3 last inspected?
Lake Site No.3 was last inspected on August 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.