Meadow Park Lake

MEADOW CREEK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1938· Concrete·
Significant Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Meadow Park Lake is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length305 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage6.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.0K acre-ft
Surface Area267 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)
NID IDTN03501

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: October 8, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

CITY OF CROSSVILLE

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meadow Park Lake?

Meadow Park Lake 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 Meadow Park Lake?

Meadow Park Lake is owned by CITY OF CROSSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Meadow Park Lake built?

Meadow Park Lake was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Meadow Park Lake?

Meadow Park 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 Meadow Park Lake last inspected?

Meadow Park Lake was last inspected on October 8, 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.