Spring
Key Takeaway
Spring is classified as significant hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | TN06930 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CANDLEWOOD LAKES P.O.A.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring?
Spring 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?
Spring is owned by CANDLEWOOD LAKES P.O.A. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring built?
Spring 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.
When was Spring last inspected?
Spring was last inspected on April 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.