Spring Creek Trib

SPRING CREEK· Henderson, Tennessee· Built 1977· Earth·
Significant Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Spring Creek Trib is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage324 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDTN07714

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: February 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WTRBA

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek Trib?

Spring Creek Trib 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 Spring Creek Trib?

Spring Creek Trib is owned by WTRBA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spring Creek Trib built?

Spring Creek Trib was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Spring Creek Trib last inspected?

Spring Creek Trib was last inspected on February 28, 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.