Tranquilichee Lake

WHITE'S CREEK· Cumberland, Tennessee· Built 1960· Earth·
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Tranquilichee Lake is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length243 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage382 acre-ft
Normal Storage187 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDTN03520

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: August 7, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

RUDESEAL, JON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tranquilichee Lake?

Tranquilichee Lake 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 Tranquilichee Lake?

Tranquilichee Lake is owned by RUDESEAL, JON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tranquilichee Lake built?

Tranquilichee Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Tranquilichee Lake last inspected?

Tranquilichee Lake was last inspected on August 7, 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.