City Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tilley Cane Creek #1
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
City Lake, located in Putnam, Tennessee, is a concrete dam constructed in 1948 on the Falling Water River.
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Summary
Managed by the local government, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the region, with a storage capacity of 570 acre-feet and a surface area of 62 acres. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 23 feet, providing flood control and water supply benefits to the community.
Despite its age, City Lake's dam is in satisfactory condition with a low hazard potential, as per the most recent inspection in 2019. The Tennessee Safe Dams Program oversees the regulatory aspects of the dam, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential issues that may arise. City Lake is a valuable asset to the area, providing environmental, recreational, and water management benefits to residents and visitors alike.
With its picturesque location and important role in water resource management, City Lake serves as a symbol of resilience and stewardship in the face of climate challenges. As climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to recognize the significance of sustainable water infrastructure like City Lake in adapting to and mitigating the impacts of a changing climate. By supporting responsible water management practices and investing in the maintenance and improvement of dams like City Lake, we can ensure a more secure and sustainable future for our communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
205 |
River Or Stream |
FALLING WATER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
62 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
570 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
23 |
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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.
City Lake