Creswell Lake #42 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Creswell Lake #41 Creswell Lake #43
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Creswell Lake #42, located in Gibson, Tennessee, is a private earth dam built in 2004 on Cressville Creek.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 8.5 feet and a structural height of 12 feet, the dam spans 4500 feet and has a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet. The reservoir covers an area of 22 acres and serves as a valuable resource for water supply and management in the region.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Creswell Lake #42 has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with no outlet gates present. The last inspection in 2017 deemed the structure in satisfactory condition, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. While the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not experienced any significant modifications or incidents, there is room for further risk management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the reservoir.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Creswell Lake #42 presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam in Tennessee. With its modest size and storage capacity, the reservoir plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. As discussions around climate change and water security continue to evolve, understanding the condition and management of structures like Creswell Lake #42 is essential for ensuring the resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
4500 |
River Or Stream |
CRESSVILLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
8.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
166 |
Structural Height |
12 |
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 #42