Lewis Reservoir Report
Nearby: Burnette Sand Creek #1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lewis is a private Earth dam located in Fayette, Tennessee, along the North Fork Wolf River.
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Summary
Built in 1949, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet. With a storage capacity of 63 acre-feet, Lewis covers a surface area of 6.1 acres and serves the purpose of water storage and flood control in the region. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a moderate risk level.
The dam, managed by a private owner, currently does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation. With no state permitting, inspection, or enforcement in place, the responsibility for the maintenance and safety of Lewis rests solely on its owner. Although the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity. While Lewis may not be a high-risk structure, its role in water resource management along the North Fork Wolf River highlights the importance of monitoring and maintaining dams for climate resilience and water security in the region.
Overall, Lewis contributes to the management of water resources in Tennessee, providing storage capacity, flood control, and overall risk mitigation. Despite its modest size and hazard potential, the dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that such structures play in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the impacts of climate change and extreme weather events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like Lewis can offer valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in sustainable water management practices for a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
690 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK WOLF RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
63 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Lewis