Located in Polk, Tennessee, the Ocoee No.
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2 Dam, also known as Ocoee No. 2 Lake, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Built in 1913 by TN Electric Power, this timber crib dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 450 feet, holding a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet on the Ocoee River. The dam serves a primary purpose of hydroelectric power generation and recreation, with a spillway width of 436 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 183,000 cubic feet per second.
With a high hazard potential, the Ocoee No. 2 Dam has undergone structural modifications in 1939 and is inspected every two years by the Tennessee Valley Authority. The dam features slide, tainter, and uncontrolled outlet gates to manage water flow. Despite its age, the condition assessment of the dam is not available, and it is classified as having a moderate risk level. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in July 2020, ensuring preparedness in the event of any unforeseen incidents. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Ocoee No. 2 Dam to be a significant structure contributing to both energy generation and recreational activities along the Ocoee River.
Years Modified |
1939 - Structural |
Year Completed |
1913 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
OCOEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Timber Crib |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
512 |
Nid Storage |
175 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate), Tainter (radial), Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
27 |
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288cfs |
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9cfs |
Oostanaula Creek Near Sanford
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53cfs |
Hiwassee River At Charleston
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10400cfs |
Tellico River At Tellico Plains
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191cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
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259cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Thunder Rock Campground
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Thunder Rock
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Tumbling Creek Campground
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Tumbling Creek
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Parksville Lake Recreation Area
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Parksville
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