Smith

CANEY FORK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1980· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Smith is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Normal Storage97 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDTN03568

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: March 1, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SMITH, PAUL J.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith?

Smith 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 Smith?

Smith is owned by SMITH, PAUL J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith built?

Smith was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Smith last inspected?

Smith was last inspected on March 1, 2016. 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.