Lakeland Hills

TRIBHARPETH RIVER· Davidson, Tennessee· Built 1950· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeland Hills is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 Length493 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDTN03729

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 10, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SUTCLIFFE, MARILYN C.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeland Hills?

Lakeland Hills 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 Lakeland Hills?

Lakeland Hills is owned by SUTCLIFFE, MARILYN C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeland Hills built?

Lakeland Hills was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lakeland Hills?

Lakeland Hills serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Lakeland Hills last inspected?

Lakeland Hills was last inspected on November 10, 2016. 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.