Cane Creek #15 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cane Creek #14a Irvin
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cane Creek #15, also known as Cane Creek Dam 15, is a significant water resource structure located in Lauderdale, Tennessee, specifically in the city of Ripley.
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Summary
Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet and spans 1812 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the Cane Creek, with a storage capacity of 2566 acre-feet.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Cane Creek #15 is considered to have a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in January 2021. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is subject to regular state-regulated inspections and enforcement to ensure its functionality and safety. Although lacking certain features like outlet gates and a controlled spillway, the dam remains a vital asset for flood control in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1812 |
River Or Stream |
CANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
5.32 |
Nid Storage |
2566 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Cane Creek #15