Chippewa Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Ogallala Enoree Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Chippewa Lake, located in Davidson, Tennessee, is a privately owned water resource primarily used for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This Earth dam structure was completed in 1954 and has a hydraulic height of 12.8 feet and a structural height of 22 feet. The lake has a storage capacity of 23 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 7 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.4 acres.
With a drainage area of 0.18 square miles, Chippewa Lake is fed by the tributary Buffalo Creek. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition of the dam has not been rated, the last inspection took place in November 2016, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Although the lake is not regulated by the state and does not have an emergency action plan in place, it serves as a valuable resource for the local community and offers recreational opportunities in addition to its primary purposes.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
174 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBBUFFALO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
23 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Chippewa Lake