Lake Clara Reservoir Report
Nearby: Log Cabin Lake Salmon Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lake Clara, nestled in Fayette, Tennessee, is a privately owned reservoir regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands 22 feet tall, with a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a length of 900 feet. It serves multiple purposes, including water storage with a capacity of 290 acre-feet, a surface area of 25 acres, and a drainage area of 0.2 square miles, making it a vital resource for the surrounding community.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Lake Clara is subject to regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, measures are in place to mitigate any potential risks. The reservoir, situated along the Cypress Creek Canal, also offers recreational opportunities and serves as a significant water resource for the area, highlighting the importance of proper management and maintenance for sustainable use in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
900 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK CANAL |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.2 |
Nid Storage |
290 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
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.
Lake Clara