Located in Cumberland, Tennessee, Adams Creek is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1943.
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With a hydraulic height of 10.4 feet and a structural height of 18.1 feet, Adams Creek serves as a crucial water resource in the region, providing a normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 191 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 415 feet and covers a surface area of 15.9 acres, with a drainage area of 1.36 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Adams Creek has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 due to factors such as its age and condition assessment being "Not Rated." The dam does not have any outlet gates and features an uncontrolled spillway type. While it is not regulated or inspected by the state, Adams Creek is under the jurisdiction of the Nashville District and falls within the congressional representation of John W. Rose (R). With its historical significance and vital role in water storage and management, Adams Creek stands as a testament to the resilience of Tennessee's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1943 |
Dam Length |
415 |
River Or Stream |
ADAMS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.36 |
Nid Storage |
191 |
Structural Height |
18.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |