Windstone Lake Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Windstone Lake, located in Hamilton County, Tennessee, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
The dam, completed in 1989, stands at a structural height of 36.5 feet and has a hydraulic height of 31.2 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 51 acre-feet of water. Situated on Tributary Hurricane Creek, the dam serves a primary purpose classified as "Other," with a significant hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment as of February 2020.
With a surface area of 2.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles, Windstone Lake plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. The dam's spillway type is listed as "Uncontrolled," and it has no outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not undergone any recent modifications and has a routine inspection frequency of every two years to ensure its structural integrity and safety standards are met.
Overall, Windstone Lake presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique design, regulatory oversight, and environmental impact on the surrounding area. As a privately owned dam in Tennessee, the lake provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with managing water resources in a changing climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBHURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
31.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
36.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
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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.
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