Old Stone Fort

DUCK RIVER· Coffee, Tennessee· Built 1962· Concrete·
Significant Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Old Stone Fort is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length190 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDTN03110

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: August 30, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

TDEC

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Stone Fort?

Old Stone Fort 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 Old Stone Fort?

Old Stone Fort is owned by TDEC (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Old Stone Fort built?

Old Stone Fort was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Old Stone Fort last inspected?

Old Stone Fort was last inspected on August 30, 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.