Meade Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Ellen Reed #2
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Meade Lake, located in Tipton, Tennessee, is a private reservoir fed by Tribbig Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1912, this Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 9 feet and a structural height of 13 feet, with a length of 340 feet and a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of 5 acres and serves as a significant water resource for the region.
With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a hazard potential rated as "Significant," Meade Lake poses moderate risk (rated 3) to its surrounding area. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in April 2020. While the condition assessment is currently "Not Rated," the lake's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not specified.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the Tennessee region may find Meade Lake to be a captivating site, given its historic significance, unique design characteristics, and potential risk factors. The presence of this private reservoir adds to the diverse landscape of water sources in the area, offering opportunities for exploration and study in the realm of hydrology and dam safety.
Year Completed |
1912 |
Dam Length |
340 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBBIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Meade Lake