Camps Gulf Reservoir Report
Nearby: Evans Lake Long Branch
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Camps Gulf, located in Van Buren, Tennessee, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
Completed in 2004, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 27.2 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 35.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.24 square miles. The dam's hydraulic height reaches 24.7 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 384 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 286 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of June 2018, Camps Gulf is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has a moderate discharge risk level, with no outlet gates or locks present. The Tennessee Safe Dams Program oversees the regulation, inspection, and enforcement of this dam, ensuring its compliance with state safety standards. Despite its low hazard potential, Camps Gulf remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique topographical location and recreational offerings.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
500 |
River Or Stream |
CAMPS GULF BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
24.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.24 |
Nid Storage |
384 |
Structural Height |
27.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Area Campgrounds
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Backcountry Camp 1
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Backcountry Camp 2
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Backcountry Camp 3
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Camps Gulf