Twin Lakes #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Twin Lakes #1 Lafayette
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Twin Lakes #2, located in Pikeville, Tennessee, is a privately-owned earth dam with a hydraulic height of 24.8 feet and a structural height of 59 feet.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this dam serves a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply, with a storage capacity of 158 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 11 acres and is situated on the TRIBSEQUATCHIE RIVER.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Twin Lakes #2 has a significant hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2019. The dam is regularly inspected every two years to ensure its safety and integrity. In the event of an emergency, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, indicating a potential area for improvement in risk management measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Twin Lakes #2 presents an interesting case study in private dam ownership and regulation. With its moderate risk assessment rating and significant hazard potential, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the structure and surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
664 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBSEQUATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
158 |
Structural Height |
59 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
59 |
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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.
Twin Lakes #2