Creswell Lake#38 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Creswell Lake#29 Creswell Lake#23
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Creswell Lake#38 in Tennessee is a privately owned Earth dam with a hydraulic height of 6.7 feet and a structural height of 12.1 feet.
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Summary
The lake has a maximum storage capacity of 251 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 30 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, making it a relatively safe structure in terms of potential risks and dangers.
Located in Gibson County, Tennessee, Creswell Lake#38 is under the jurisdiction of the Memphis District and is not regulated by the state. The dam, completed in an unknown year, has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection took place in August 2017, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the lake does not have any associated structures, it serves as an essential water resource in the area, providing storage for irrigation and other purposes.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Creswell Lake#38 offers an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam with moderate risk and low hazard potential. The lake's capacity and storage capabilities make it a valuable asset in the region, highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining such structures to ensure their safety and functionality. With its uncontrolled spillway and lack of state regulation, the dam presents unique challenges and opportunities for risk management and emergency preparedness, emphasizing the need for ongoing assessment and maintenance to prevent potential disasters.
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
6.7 |
Nid Storage |
251 |
Structural Height |
12.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Creswell Lake#38