Nickajack Dam

Marion County, Tennessee (near SOUTH PITTSBURG)

River/Stream: TENNESSEE RIVER

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Concrete
Height
81 ft
Dam Length
3,767 ft
Reservoir Storage
251,600 acre-ft
Year Completed
1967
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
501,900 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2024-09-30

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
TN11502
State
Tennessee (TN)
Coordinates
35.00360, -85.61968
Age
59 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.