Thompson Creek #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thompson Creek #2 Thompson Creek #8
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Thompson Creek #3, located in Weakley, Tennessee, is a local government-owned dam designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this Earth-type dam stands at a structural height of 21 feet with a hydraulic height of 12.5 feet. The primary purpose of Thompson Creek #3 is flood risk reduction, serving as a crucial infrastructure for the surrounding area.
With a storage capacity of 385 acre-feet and a surface area of 19.8 acres, Thompson Creek #3 plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and effectiveness. The dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and serves as a key component in the overall water management system of the area.
Overall, Thompson Creek #3 serves as a critical piece of infrastructure for flood risk reduction in Weakley, Tennessee. Managed by local government authorities and designed by the USDA NRCS, this dam plays a key role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Regular inspections and maintenance ensure that Thompson Creek #3 continues to serve its purpose effectively and safely for the community.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1165 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBTHOMPSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
12.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.81 |
Nid Storage |
385 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Thompson Creek #3