Sand Creek #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sand Creek #1 Double W Ranch Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Sand Creek #2, also known as Sand Creek Watershed Dam 2, is a local government-owned structure located in Fayette, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TRIBSTAFFORD CREEK, with a storage capacity of 293 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.68 square miles.
This low hazard potential dam covers a surface area of 10.8 acres and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway. While it has not been rated for its condition, the dam undergoes inspections every five years, with the last inspection conducted in October 2019. Despite not being regulated by the state, Sand Creek #2 poses a moderate risk level of 3, signaling the importance of ongoing risk management measures to ensure its continued safety and functionality for the surrounding community and environment.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Sand Creek #2 an engaging site due to its historical significance, design by the USDA NRCS, and the critical role it plays in mitigating flood risks in the region. With its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk level, the dam presents an opportunity for further study and monitoring to enhance its resilience to changing climate conditions and potential threats, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in safeguarding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
589 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBSTAFFORD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Drainage Area |
0.68 |
Nid Storage |
293 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
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.
Sand Creek #2