Lake Womack

TAYLOR BRANCH· Coffee, Tennessee· Built 1937· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Womack is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length952 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage215 acre-ft
Normal Storage124 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDTN03105

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: July 11, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HUFFMAN, JACK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Womack?

Lake Womack 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 Womack?

Lake Womack is owned by HUFFMAN, JACK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Womack built?

Lake Womack was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lake Womack last inspected?

Lake Womack was last inspected on July 11, 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.