Lincoln Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lincoln Lake, located in Lincoln, Tennessee, is a privately owned water resource managed by the USDA NRCS, with regulatory oversight from the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.


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Summary

This earthen dam was completed in 1940 and primarily serves purposes such as fire protection, stock, small fish pond activities, and recreation. With a hydraulic height of 12.7 feet and a structural height of 16.4 feet, Lincoln Lake has a storage capacity of 305 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres, making it a vital resource for the local community.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Lincoln Lake is subject to regular inspections every three years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam, situated on Shelton Creek, features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been modified in recent years. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level of concern that requires ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to safeguard against potential hazards. Overall, Lincoln Lake stands as a key water resource in the region, providing essential services for fire protection, agricultural needs, and recreational activities.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

592

River Or Stream

SHELTON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

12.7

Drainage Area

4.68

Nid Storage

305

Structural Height

16.4

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.