Stratton Lake

Cheatham, Tennessee· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Stratton Lake is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTN02116

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 23, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

STRATTON, STEVE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stratton Lake?

Stratton Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Stratton Lake?

Stratton Lake is owned by STRATTON, STEVE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stratton Lake?

Stratton Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Stratton Lake last inspected?

Stratton Lake was last inspected on May 23, 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.