Dogwood Lake #2 dam
Dogwood Lake #2
Dogwood Lake #2 is a private earth dam located in Cumberland, Tennessee, along the picturesque Little Laurel Creek. With a hydraulic height of 22.1 feet and a structural height of 22.9 feet, this dam serves as a vital water resource, providing a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 250 feet and covers a surface area of 5.1 acres, making it a significant feature in the local landscape.
Despite its low hazard potential, Dogwood Lake #2 has been designated as having a moderate risk level. Although not currently rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years, with the last one recorded in January 2021. While the dam does not have outlet gates or associated structures, it serves an essential role in water management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Dogwood Lake #2 a fascinating subject of study due to its unique characteristics and location in the Nashville District of Tennessee.
As a vital component of the local water infrastructure, Dogwood Lake #2 presents an opportunity for further exploration and research for those interested in water resource management and climate resilience. With its strategic location and moderate risk level, this private earth dam offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of maintaining water security in a changing climate. As enthusiasts delve into the specifics of this dam, they will uncover a wealth of information about its design, storage capacity, and role in the broader ecosystem, making Dogwood Lake #2 a compelling subject for deeper investigation.
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 Dogwood Lake #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Calfkiller River At Hwy 111 Below Sparta | 282 cfs | → |
| Daddys Creek Near Hebbertsburg | 12 cfs | → |
| Sewee Creek Near Decatur | 23 cfs | → |
| Falling Water River Near Cookeville | 24 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Lilly Bridge Near Lancing | 10 cfs | → |
| Obed River Near Lancing | 599 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dogwood Lake #2.
Boat launches
- Monterey Highway 1603-1651, Sparta
- Meigs County
- Blythes Ferry Road 5673, Dayton
- Blythe Ferry Road 6699, Meigs County
Campgrounds
Paddle runs
- Mill Site To Center Bridge
- I-40 Bridge To Western Boundary Of Catoosa Wildlife Management Area, At Adams Bridge
- Center Bridge To Cumberland-Morgan County Line
- U.S. 127 Bridge To Morgan County Line
- Apalachia Powerhouse (Rm 53.5) To Us411 Bridge (Rm 43.0)
More reservoirs
Track Dogwood Lake #2 in the Snoflo app
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About Dogwood Lake #2
Where does the data for Dogwood Lake #2 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 Dogwood Lake #2.