Spring Creek Trib Reservoir Report
Nearby: Falcon Ridge Cane Creek
Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Spring Creek Trib is a state-regulated dam located in Henderson, Tennessee, with a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment.
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Summary
Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 18 feet. It has a storage capacity of 324 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of water resource management. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type of Spring Creek Trib ensures the safety of the surrounding areas in case of overflow.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Spring Creek Trib undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in February 2019. With a moderate risk level assigned, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently unspecified. The dam's location within the Nashville District and its association with the Spring Creek river system highlight its importance for water resource enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in the sustainable management of Tennessee's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
625 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
324 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Spring Creek Trib