Goose Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Quail Hollow Lake Dam Little Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Goose Lake Dam, located in Haywood County, Tennessee, is a vital structure managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service primarily for the purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Built in 1968, this earthen dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 900 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 103 acre-feet. Serving as a tributary to the Hatchie River, this dam plays a crucial role in maintaining water resources for local wildlife habitats and ecosystems.
Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Goose Lake Dam has undergone modifications in 1998 and 2002 to enhance its mechanical and structural integrity. The dam features a slide gate outlet and a spillway width of 100 feet, allowing for controlled water discharge during peak flow events. With a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 1115 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and preserving the surrounding environment.
With its strategic location and importance in supporting local wildlife populations, Goose Lake Dam remains a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service, this dam continues to uphold its primary purpose of creating a sustainable habitat for diverse species while safeguarding against potential risks and ensuring the long-term resilience of the surrounding ecosystem.
Years Modified |
1998 - Mechanical, 2002 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO HATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
103 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River At Bolivar
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933cfs |
South Fork Forked Deer River Near Owl City
|
524cfs |
Middle Fork Forked Deer River Near Fairview
|
164cfs |
Hatchie River At Rialto
|
1080cfs |
Loosahatchie River Near Arlington
|
122cfs |
Wolf River At Lagrange
|
223cfs |
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.
Goose Lake Dam