Leisure Lake

TRIBHOUSTON BRANCH· Hardin, Tennessee· Built 1999· Earth·

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leisure Lake is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 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 Length	474 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	83 acre-ft
Normal Storage	52 acre-ft

Surface Area	7 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1999 (27 years old)
NID ID	TN07107

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: Yes

Last Inspection: August 6, 2020

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

GOOCH/JACKSON L.L.C.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leisure Lake?

Leisure Lake 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 Leisure Lake?

Leisure Lake is owned by GOOCH/JACKSON L.L.C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leisure Lake built?

Leisure Lake was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Leisure Lake?

Leisure Lake 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 Leisure Lake last inspected?

Leisure Lake was last inspected on August 6, 2020. 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.