Carter #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lou's Lake Whitaker Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Carter #2 is a privately owned dam located in Lincoln, Tennessee, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet and has a NID storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 12 acres and is categorized as having a high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated."
Despite being located in an area with a moderate risk assessment, Carter #2 has not been inspected since January 2019. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, and its last EAP revision date is unknown. With an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, the dam's risk management measures and inundation maps are also not readily available. Additionally, there are no associated structures or locks with the dam, indicating a potential lack of infrastructure for managing water flow.
Given the lack of recent inspections and essential emergency preparedness plans, water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates should monitor Carter #2 closely to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam. With its high hazard potential and unknown condition assessment, it is crucial to prioritize the implementation of risk management measures and the development of an updated EAP to mitigate potential risks to surrounding communities and the environment.
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Carter #2