Cypress Creek #3 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cypress Creek #2 Cypress Creek #4
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cypress Creek #3, also known as Cypress Creek 3 Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Weakley, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the TRIBCYPRESS CREEK. Standing at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, Cypress Creek #3 has a storage capacity of 401 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17 acres.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Cypress Creek #3 has a high hazard potential but is currently in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in February 2018. While the dam does not have outlet gates, its uncontrolled spillway serves as the primary means of managing water discharge during periods of high flow. With a drainage area of 0.79 square miles, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating flood risks for the surrounding area and protecting downstream communities.
Despite its age, Cypress Creek #3 continues to meet regulatory standards and is regularly inspected for safety and maintenance. With its location in a region susceptible to climate variability and extreme weather events, this dam serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Weakley County, Tennessee.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
775 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBCYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.79 |
Nid Storage |
401 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
North Fork Obion River Near Martin
|
202cfs |
South Fork Obion River Near Greenfield
|
183cfs |
Bayou De Chien Near Clinton
|
28cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Crooked Creek Near Huntingdon
|
38cfs |
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 #3