Houser Creek #2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Houser Creek #2, also known as Houser Creek Dam 2, is a privately owned earth dam located in Union City, Tennessee.
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Summary
Constructed in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the tributary of Houser Creek. With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 26.5 feet, Houser Creek #2 has a storage capacity of 834 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 23.8 acres.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Houser Creek #2 is classified as having a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk level. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection took place in March 2016 with a frequency of every 5 years. While the dam does not have outlet gates, it features an uncontrolled spillway and is primarily used for flood risk reduction purposes. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 1.17 square miles, making Houser Creek #2 an essential infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Enthusiasts interested in water resource management and climate resilience can appreciate the vital role that Houser Creek #2 plays in mitigating flood risks in the Union City area. With its strategic location and design by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts made to protect the community from potential water-related disasters. As discussions around climate change and extreme weather events continue to gain prominence, the significance of structures like Houser Creek #2 in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources becomes increasingly apparent.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1362 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBHOUSER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1.17 |
Nid Storage |
834 |
Structural Height |
26.5 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Houser Creek #2
Old Troy-Hickman Road 5799, Obion County