Spring Creek #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek #1 Grand Valley #1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Spring Creek #2 is a privately owned dam located in Hardeman, Tennessee, along the Covington Branch river.
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Summary
Built in 1978 by designer Walter L. Anderson, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 26.7 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a normal storage capacity of 91 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 116 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10.1 acres and has a drainage area of 0.25 square miles.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Spring Creek #2 has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in June 2019. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam poses a moderate risk level and undergoes inspections every three years. With no outlet gates or associated structures, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unspecified, reflecting the need for continued monitoring and assessment in the face of changing water resource and climate dynamics.
In a picturesque setting along the Covington Branch, Spring Creek #2 stands as a testament to responsible private dam ownership in Tennessee. Its modest yet vital role in providing recreational opportunities while managing local water resources underscores the importance of ongoing regulatory oversight and risk assessment to ensure the safety and sustainability of such structures in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
435 |
River Or Stream |
COVINGTON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
116 |
Structural Height |
26.7 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River At Bolivar
|
933cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
172cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
South Fork Forked Deer River Near Owl City
|
524cfs |
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.
Spring Creek #2