Blue Water Lake dam
Blue Water Lake
Blue Water Lake, located in Williamson, Tennessee, is a privately owned reservoir with a primary purpose of recreation. This 6-acre lake on the East Branch of Hurricane River offers a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The dam structure, primarily made of earth, stands at a structural height of 20 feet, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Blue Water Lake poses a significant hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam has not been inspected since September 2019, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the condition assessment is not rated, the emergency action plan and risk management measures for the reservoir are not currently available. The spillway type is listed as uncontrolled, with no outlet gates present.
With its picturesque location and diverse recreational opportunities, Blue Water Lake is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful getaway in the heart of Tennessee. While the dam structure and hazard potential require continued monitoring, the beauty and serenity of this private reservoir make it a must-visit destination for those passionate about water resources and climate conservation.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Blue Water Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Near Nolensville | 801 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Antioch | 78 cfs | → |
| West Fork Stones River At Murfreesboro | 22 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Thompson Lane | 8 cfs | → |
| Browns Creek At State Fairgrounds At Nashville | 5 cfs | → |
| Harpeth River At Franklin | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Blue Water Lake.
Boat launches
- Stewart Creek Boat Ramp
- Smith Springs Road Nashville-Davidson
- Jefferson Springs Rec Area Smyrna
- Lamar Hill Public Use Area
- Anderson Road Nashville-Davidson
- Hamilton Creek Park, Nashville
Campgrounds
- Poole Knobs - J. Percy Priest Reservoir
- Anderson Road - J. Percy Priest Reservoir
- Backcountry Campsite 1
- Seven Points - J. Percy Priest Reservoir
- Cedars Of Lebanon State Park
- Camping Municipal
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Track Blue Water Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Blue Water Lake
Where does the data for Blue Water Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Blue Water Lake.