Rimrock Lake

WILDCAT CREEK· White, Tennessee· Built 1976· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rimrock Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDTN18513

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: July 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

RIMROCK MESA 1 ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rimrock Lake?

Rimrock 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 Rimrock Lake?

Rimrock Lake is owned by RIMROCK MESA 1 ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rimrock Lake built?

Rimrock Lake was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Rimrock Lake?

Rimrock 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 Rimrock Lake last inspected?

Rimrock Lake was last inspected on July 16, 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.