Lever

HARRISON BRANCH· Williamson, Tennessee· Built 1945· Earth·
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lever is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 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 Length162 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDTN18708

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: May 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CAMP MARYMOUNT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lever?

Lever 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 Lever?

Lever is owned by CAMP MARYMOUNT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lever built?

Lever was completed in 1945, making it 81 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lever last inspected?

Lever was last inspected on May 28, 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.