Cortner Dam
Tennessee — Bedford County — THOMPSON CREEK
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Bedford |
| River | THOMPSON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 35.46028, -86.32917 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 468 ft |
| NID Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Hill, George D. |
| Other Name | Cortner |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.