Clifftops Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateTennessee
CountyMarion
Nearest CityMARTIN SPRINGS
River/StreamFALLS BRANCH
Coordinates35.19083, -85.86278

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Dam Length750 ft
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage992 acre-ft
Max Storage992 acre-ft
Normal Storage500 acre-ft
Surface Area77 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerClifftops P.o.a.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/09/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDTN11505
Federal IDTN11505
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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