Dogwood #1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dogwood Lake #2 Cherokee
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dogwood #1 is a privately owned earth dam located on Little Laurel Creek in Cumberland, Tennessee.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 29.3 feet and a structural height of 32.2 feet, this dam serves as a crucial water resource in the area, providing a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 46 acre-feet. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Dogwood #1 presents a moderate risk level (3) and undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has not been modified in recent years. While it does not have outlet gates, this water management structure plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding environment from potential flooding. Overall, Dogwood #1 represents a significant component of the local water infrastructure, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of climate change challenges.
Dam Length |
382 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE LAUREL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
32.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Dogwood #1
Mill Site To Center Bridge