Lake Tia Khata
Key Takeaway
Lake Tia Khata is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | TN04729 |
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
OAKLAND ACRES LAKES DIVISION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Tia Khata?
Lake Tia Khata 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 Tia Khata?
Lake Tia Khata is owned by OAKLAND ACRES LAKES DIVISION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Tia Khata built?
Lake Tia Khata was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Lake Tia Khata last inspected?
Lake Tia Khata was last inspected on September 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.