Meadow Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Meadow Creek, located in Bledsoe, Tennessee, is a private-owned Earth dam constructed in 1972 with a primary purpose that is not specified.


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Summary

The dam stands at a structural height of 35 feet, a hydraulic height of 25 feet, and a length of 550 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 1,593 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 781 acre-feet and a surface area of 78 acres, Meadow Creek serves the surrounding area with water resource management and flood control.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Meadow Creek poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam has not undergone any modifications over the years and does not have an emergency action plan in place. However, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3, it is critical for stakeholders and authorities to monitor and manage potential risks associated with the dam to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the integrity of the water resource.

With an inspection frequency of 5 years, the last assessment of Meadow Creek was conducted in September 2017, and its hazard potential, condition assessment, and emergency preparedness remain areas of concern. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to advocate for regular inspections, risk management measures, and the development of an emergency action plan to safeguard the structural integrity of the dam and mitigate any potential risks associated with Meadow Creek in the future.

Year Completed

1972

Dam Length

550

River Or Stream

MEADOW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

78

Hydraulic Height

25

Drainage Area

4.69

Nid Storage

1593

Structural Height

35

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.
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