Clingan is a privately owned earth dam located in Cumberland, Tennessee, with a hydraulic height of 16.3 feet and a structural height of 26 feet. Completed in 1970, this dam sits on Basses Creek and serves various purposes, including flood control and water storage. With a normal storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 364 acre-feet, Clingan covers a surface area of 16.9 acres and drains an area of 11.26 square miles.

Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Clingan has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in September 2019. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and no outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While no associated structures are present, Clingan undergoes inspections every 3 years to ensure its safety and regulatory compliance. Overall, Clingan serves as a vital water resource infrastructure in Tennessee, contributing to water supply management and flood protection efforts in the region.