Crockett Springs Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Crockett Springs is a privately owned dam located in Williamson County, Tennessee, near the city of Clovercroft.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 20.7 feet with a hydraulic height of 16.1 feet, impounding a maximum storage capacity of 58 acre-feet of water from the Trib Little Harpeth River. The dam covers a surface area of 5 acres and has a drainage area of 0.23 square miles.

Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Crockett Springs is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in satisfactory condition as of December 2019. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, but regular inspections are conducted every 2 years to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Crockett Springs a fascinating structure to study in the context of dam safety and management. Situated in a picturesque area of Tennessee, this dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and storage, highlighting the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

589

River Or Stream

TRIBLITTLE HARPETH RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

16.1

Drainage Area

0.23

Nid Storage

58

Structural Height

20.7

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

21
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.