Cumberland Fossil Plant - Ash Pond (Complex)

Stewart County, Tennessee (near CUMBERLAND CITY)

River/Stream: CUMBERLAND RIVER - OFFSTREAM

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
49 ft
Dam Length
16,887 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,130 acre-ft
Year Completed
1969
Primary Purpose
Other
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
780 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-05-27

Hazard Classification: Significant — 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
TN16109
State
Tennessee (TN)
Coordinates
36.39600, -87.66400
Age
57 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.