Cypress Creek #7 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cypress Creek #8 Cypress Creek #6
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cypress Creek #7, also known as Cypress Creek Dam 7, is a private-owned structure located in Weakley County, Tennessee.
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Summary
Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cypress Creek. Standing at a hydraulic height of 10.5 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, this dam boasts a length of 1624 feet and a storage capacity of 347 acre-feet.
Managed and regulated by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Cypress Creek #7 has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as being in satisfactory condition following the last inspection in February 2019. With a drainage area of 0.7 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. While it has no outlet gates or locks, the uncontrolled spillway ensures proper water flow during high water levels.
As an essential component of the flood control infrastructure in the area, Cypress Creek #7 provides a vital safeguard against potential flooding events. With its moderate risk assessment rating and satisfactory condition, this dam stands as a reliable asset in protecting the surrounding community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1624 |
River Or Stream |
CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.7 |
Nid Storage |
347 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Cypress Creek #7