Whitaker Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lou's Lake Carter #2
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Whitaker Lake, located in Lincoln County, Tennessee, is a private earth dam with a hydraulic height of 9.1 feet and a structural height of 24.8 feet.
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Summary
Built in 1972, this reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 9 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 61 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 2.5 acres and draining an area of 0.15 square miles. Coldwater Creek serves as the primary water source for this dam, which is managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Whitaker Lake has not been subject to state regulation, inspection, or enforcement. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and no outlet gates, posing minimal threat to downstream areas. While the condition of the dam is not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in January 2019. With its tranquil setting and modest scale, Whitaker Lake provides a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the symbiotic relationship between human infrastructure and natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
330 |
River Or Stream |
COLDWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
9.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Structural Height |
24.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
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.
Whitaker Lake