Indian Boundary Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Indian Boundary Dam, located in Vonore, Tennessee, is a concrete gravity dam primarily used for Fish and Wildlife Pond purposes.


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Summary

Managed by the USDA Forest Service, this federal-owned structure was completed in 1965 and stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 212 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 1570 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres, making it a significant feature along the Flats Creek river.

With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, Indian Boundary Dam remains a crucial component for water resource management in Monroe County, Tennessee. Equipped with a controlled spillway and vertical lift outlet gates, the dam plays a vital role in maintaining wildlife habitats and providing recreational opportunities for local communities. Despite its age, the dam continues to be monitored by the Forest Service, ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure for both environmental and public safety purposes.

As a key asset in the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Indian Boundary Dam exemplifies the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change challenges. Its multi-arch core design and rock foundation contribute to its resilience against potential risks, while also highlighting the need for ongoing inspections and risk management measures. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Indian Boundary Dam serves as a fascinating example of the intersection between infrastructure development, environmental conservation, and community resilience in the face of evolving climate dynamics.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

212

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

FLATS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

20

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

1570

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

Vertical Lift

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Rock

Nid Height

28
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.