Timberlake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rambo Rebecca Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Timberlake, located in Lincoln, Tennessee, is a privately-owned dam regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
Built in 1967 on the Tribelk River, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 22.3 feet with a hydraulic height of 19.7 feet and a length of 1000 feet, providing a surface area of 23 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Timberlake is considered to have a moderate risk level. Despite lacking certain emergency preparedness measures like an Emergency Action Plan, the dam undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its safety and compliance. In the event of any issues, the Tennessee Safe Dams Program oversees enforcement and regulation, providing reassurance to the community and visitors alike.
Overall, Timberlake offers a recreational oasis in Fayetteville, Tennessee, emphasizing water resource management and climate resilience. Its role in providing water storage and entertainment highlights the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both practical and leisure purposes. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, visitors can appreciate the balance between conservation and recreation that Timberlake represents in the local landscape.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBELK RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Structural Height |
22.3 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Timberlake