Hidden Mtn Lake#2 is a privately owned dam located in Sevier, Tennessee, within the Walden Creek community.
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This earth dam was completed in 1984 and has a hydraulic height of 38.9 feet, with a structural height of 57.8 feet. The dam's primary purpose is to retain water from Waldon Creek, with a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 62 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 2.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.05 square miles.
Despite being privately owned, Hidden Mtn Lake#2 is regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes in place. The dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential, yet its condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in April 2020. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, and it is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Overall, Hidden Mtn Lake#2 serves as a vital structure for water resource management in the area, with careful regulatory oversight to ensure its safety and functionality. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering behind this dam and the importance of maintaining it to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
175 |
River Or Stream |
WALDON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
38.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Structural Height |
57.8 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
58 |
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