Lake Dodge Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Creek #4 Indian Creek #2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lake Dodge in Fayette, Tennessee, is a privately owned reservoir on the North Fork Wolf River, managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
Constructed in 1978 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 40 feet, with a hydraulic height of 36.5 feet and a length of 400 feet, providing recreational opportunities for visitors. The dam has a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 117 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Lake Dodge is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safety and compliance with standards. The reservoir's risk assessment is moderate, with a designated inspection frequency of 3 years. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, the emergency action plan status and risk management measures for the site remain undisclosed. Overall, Lake Dodge presents an intriguing blend of natural beauty and engineered infrastructure, making it a compelling destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK WOLF RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
36.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
148 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
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.
Lake Dodge