Lake Tahoo

TRIB SODDY CRK· Sequatchie, Tennessee· Built 1997· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Tahoo is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage258 acre-ft
Normal Storage231 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDTN15308

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: October 10, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

BEASLEY, VICTORIA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Tahoo?

Lake Tahoo 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 Tahoo?

Lake Tahoo is owned by BEASLEY, VICTORIA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Tahoo built?

Lake Tahoo was completed in 1997, making it 29 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lake Tahoo last inspected?

Lake Tahoo was last inspected on October 10, 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.