Morgan Lake

FAY BRANCH· Bedford, Tennessee· Built 1963· Earth·
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Morgan Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
Year Modified1969
NID IDTN00306

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: May 2, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

JOHNSON, WILLIAM B.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Morgan Lake?

Morgan Lake 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 Morgan Lake?

Morgan Lake is owned by JOHNSON, WILLIAM B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Morgan Lake built?

Morgan Lake was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Morgan Lake?

Morgan Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Morgan Lake last inspected?

Morgan Lake was last inspected on May 2, 2017. 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.