Toliver Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Toliver Lake, located in Coffee, Tennessee, is a captivating water resource managed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.


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Summary

This man-made lake, completed in 1964, boasts a surface area of 8.3 acres and a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet. The dam, primarily made of earth with stone core types, stands at a structural height of 31.7 feet and a hydraulic height of 25.5 feet, ensuring the safety and stability of the reservoir.

Despite being privately owned, Toliver Lake provides recreational opportunities and habitat for various wildlife species in the area. The lake is situated on Cat Creek, further enhancing its ecological significance and supporting the surrounding ecosystem. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the lake's hazard potential is deemed significant, prompting regular inspections every five years to ensure its safety and integrity.

With its picturesque setting and important role in supporting fish and wildlife populations, Toliver Lake stands as a valuable water resource in Coffee, Tennessee. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this reservoir to be a fascinating example of human intervention in creating a sustainable environment for both wildlife and recreational activities.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

370

River Or Stream

CAT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

8.3

Hydraulic Height

25.5

Drainage Area

0.49

Nid Storage

143

Structural Height

31.7

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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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.