Golden Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Livingston City Lake Quinland Lake
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Golden Pond, also known as Otis Mason Dam, is a private earth dam located in Sulphur, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1973 by the USDA NRCS, this structure serves multiple purposes including flood risk reduction, fire protection, and recreation. Situated on TRIBSULPHUR BRANCH, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24 feet, with a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Golden Pond has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam has not been officially rated for condition assessment. With a surface area of 7.4 acres and a drainage area of 0.17 square miles, the dam provides essential water resource management for the area.
Although Golden Pond does not have any associated structures or outlet gates, it remains a vital asset for flood control and wildlife habitat in Overton County. With its scenic location and multiple recreational opportunities, this dam serves as a prime example of sustainable water resource management in the region.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
276 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBSULPHUR BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
123 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Golden Pond