Meridian Creek #1 Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateTennessee
CountyMadison
Nearest CityMALESUS
River/StreamMERIDIAN CREEK
Coordinates35.50639, -88.82750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Length858 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,599 acre-ft
Max Storage1,599 acre-ft
Normal Storage268 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

OwnerKelley, Greg
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection11/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDTN11302
Federal IDTN11302
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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