Cypress Creek #6 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thompson Creek #8 Cypress Creek #7
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cypress Creek #6, also known as Cypress Creek Dam 6, is a privately owned structure located in Weakley, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, with a length of 1322 feet. The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction, serving the Cypress Creek Branch and offering a storage capacity of 566 acre-feet.
With a hazard potential rated as low and a moderate risk assessment score of 3, Cypress Creek #6 has not been inspected since February 2019. Despite its current condition being unrated, the dam appears to have a solid foundation of soil and stone core. While the dam does not have outlet gates or a controlled spillway, its uncontrolled spillway type indicates a design suited for managing excess water during flood events. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of structures like Cypress Creek #6 in mitigating flood risks and managing water resources is essential for sustainable water management practices in Tennessee.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1322 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
1.16 |
Nid Storage |
566 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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 #6