Ray's Lake
Key Takeaway
Ray's Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | TN16708 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
RUFFIN, JEREMY, ET AL.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ray's Lake?
Ray's 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 Ray's Lake?
Ray's Lake is owned by RUFFIN, JEREMY, ET AL. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray's Lake built?
Ray's Lake was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
When was Ray's Lake last inspected?
Ray's Lake was last inspected on March 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.