Doakes Creek Dam dam
Doakes Creek Dam
Doakes Creek Dam, also known as Doakes Pond, is a Federal-owned structure located in Clinton, Tennessee. Managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), this dam was completed in 1936 and stands at a height of 20 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet. Its primary purpose is for fish and wildlife, and recreational activities, making it an important resource for the local community.
With a maximum storage capacity of 360 acre-feet, Doakes Creek Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. The dam, primarily made of earth and stone, spans 900 feet in length and has a spillway width of 150 feet. Although categorized as having a low hazard potential, it was modified in 2015 for seismic and structural improvements, ensuring its safety and functionality for years to come.
Despite its moderate risk assessment, Doakes Creek Dam remains a valuable asset for both water resource and climate enthusiasts. From its historical significance to its modern-day management by the TVA, this dam continues to serve as a vital component of the local ecosystem and a hub for outdoor activities in Campbell County, Tennessee.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Doakes Creek Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Fork At Saxton | 51 cfs | → |
| Powell River Near Arthur | 271 cfs | → |
| Bullrun Creek Near Halls Crossroads | 15 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Williamsburg | 389 cfs | → |
| New River At New River | 42 cfs | → |
| Clinch River Above Tazewell | 531 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Doakes Creek Dam.
Boat launches
- Wells Springs Road Campbell County
- Highway 33 South 5799, Claiborne County
- Claiborne County
- Mountain View Road 332, Norris
- Redbird Road Whitley County
- Boat Access Claiborne County
Campgrounds
- Anderson County Park
- Loyston Point
- Bunch Hollow Campground & Resort
- Indian Mountain State Park
- Big Ridge State Park
- West Campground
Paddle runs
- Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679
- Kentucky Road 679 To Confluence Of Cumberland River
- 4 Miles Downstream From The Kentucky Highway 90 Bridge To Confluence With Cane Creek
- Tn/Ky State Line To White Oak Junction
- Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows
Track Doakes Creek Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Doakes Creek Dam
Where does the data for Doakes Creek Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Doakes Creek Dam.