Cypress Creek #4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cypress Creek #5 Cypress Creek #3
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cypress Creek #4, also known as Cypress Creek Dam 4, is a privately owned structure located in Weakley County, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 27 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the tributary of Cypress Creek. With a maximum storage capacity of 849 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 79 acre-feet, this dam covers a surface area of 27.2 acres within a drainage area of 1.6 square miles.
The dam's hazard potential is rated as high, but its condition assessment as of February 2021 was reported as satisfactory. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway type in place ensures proper water release when needed. The Tennessee Safe Dams Program regulates the state-jurisdiction dam, ensuring its compliance with inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements. Located in Pisgah, Tennessee, this dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risks along Cypress Creek and highlights the importance of proper dam maintenance and oversight for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Cypress Creek #4 demonstrates the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam. The absence of outlet gates and associated structures indicates a simpler design, but regular inspections and a designated emergency action plan are essential components of the dam's overall safety protocol. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and updating infrastructure like Cypress Creek #4 will be crucial for protecting both the environment and local communities from potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
845 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBCYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
1.6 |
Nid Storage |
849 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Fork Obion River Near Martin
|
202cfs |
South Fork Obion River Near Greenfield
|
183cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon
|
38cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Bayou De Chien Near Clinton
|
28cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
37cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Cypress Creek #4