Tracy City Lake

BIG FIERY GIZZARD CREEK· Grundy, Tennessee· Built 1996· Earth·
High Hazard Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tracy City Lake is classified as high hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. 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 Length1,830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.1K acre-ft
Surface Area100 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDTN06123

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: Yes
Last Inspection: December 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

TOWN OF TRACY CITY

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tracy City Lake?

Tracy City 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 Tracy City Lake?

Tracy City Lake is owned by TOWN OF TRACY CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tracy City Lake built?

Tracy City Lake was completed in 1996, making it 30 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Tracy City Lake last inspected?

Tracy City Lake was last inspected on December 21, 2020. 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.