Spring Reservoir Report
Nearby: Chancellor And Son Old Hickory
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Bolivar, Hardeman, Tennessee, the Spring Creek dam stands as a testament to water resource management and climate resilience.
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Summary
Completed in 1976, this earth dam serves a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring flood protection in the area. With a structural height of 23 feet and a hydraulic height of 13 feet, the dam stores a maximum of 178 acre-feet of water, benefiting the local community and ecosystem.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, the Spring Creek dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and effectiveness. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as satisfactory, highlighting the dedication to maintaining this essential infrastructure. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures are continuously evaluated to mitigate potential threats and protect surrounding areas from inundation.
Although the dam features an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, its role in water storage and flood control is vital for the region. As a private-owned structure, the Spring Creek dam exemplifies the collaboration between local stakeholders and regulatory agencies to safeguard water resources and enhance climate resilience. With its strategic location on Spring Creek and close proximity to Bolivar, this dam serves as a crucial asset in managing water resources and adapting to changing climate conditions in Tennessee.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
400 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
178 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
220cfs |
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.
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