Lewis Lacy Pond

TURKEY CREEK· Decatur, Tennessee· Built 1969· Earth·
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lewis Lacy Pond is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage44 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDTN03903

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 14, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LACY, LOUIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lewis Lacy Pond?

Lewis Lacy Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lewis Lacy Pond?

Lewis Lacy Pond is owned by LACY, LOUIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lewis Lacy Pond built?

Lewis Lacy Pond was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lewis Lacy Pond last inspected?

Lewis Lacy Pond was last inspected on January 14, 2019. 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.