Lewis

NORTH FORK WOLF RIVER· Fayette, Tennessee· Built 1949· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Lewis is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDTN04709

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: October 2, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HURDLE, NITA E., ET AL.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lewis?

Lewis 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 Lewis?

Lewis is owned by HURDLE, NITA E., ET AL. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lewis built?

Lewis was completed in 1949, making it 77 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Lewis last inspected?

Lewis was last inspected on October 2, 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.