Lake Placid Reservoir Report
Nearby: Deanburg Hills King
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Placid in Tennessee is a state-regulated dam located on Piney Creek in Chester County.
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Summary
Built in 1935, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 18.4 feet and a structural height of 24.6 feet, with a length of 740 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 738 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 280 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 49 acres.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with no outlet gates or associated structures. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in May 2020. The risk assessment for Lake Placid is moderate, with a DSAC not assigned date and no specific risk management measures outlined. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Lake Placid an intriguing site for further study and monitoring given its historical significance and potential impact on the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
740 |
River Or Stream |
PINEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.4 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
738 |
Structural Height |
24.6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
944cfs |
Middle Fork Forked Deer River Near Fairview
|
166cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
South Fork Forked Deer River Near Owl City
|
454cfs |
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
227cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lake Placid