Cajun Lake #1 is a privately owned dam in Dickson, Tennessee, regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
Wind
Humidity
Built in 1949, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 29.2 feet and a structural height of 33.2 feet, with a length of 178 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.7 acres.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Cajun Lake #1 presents a moderate risk level. The dam has a history of regular inspections, with the last examination conducted in July 2020. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has no associated locks or outlet gates, making it a relatively simple structure in terms of hydraulic management.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Cajun Lake #1 an intriguing example of a small, privately owned dam that harmonizes with the natural surroundings of Dickson, Tennessee. Its recreational purpose and moderate risk level provide a captivating study of how dams can balance human enjoyment with safety and environmental considerations in a regulated state jurisdiction.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
178 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBJONES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.26 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
33.2 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |
Harpeth River Near Kingston Springs
|
989cfs |
Copperas Branch Near Kingfield
|
1cfs |
Piney River At Vernon
|
114cfs |
Yellow Creek At Ellis Mills
|
58cfs |
Sycamore Creek Near Ashland City
|
58cfs |
Harpeth River At Bellevue
|
667cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Montgomery Bell State Park
|
||
Wildcat Shelter
|
||
Woodland Shelter
|