Napier Diversion Dam
Tennessee — Lewis County — CHIEF CREEK
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Lewis |
| River | CHIEF CREEK |
| Coordinates | 35.44833, -87.50639 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| NID Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | — |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 4, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1927 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Aubrey Preston |
| Other Name | Napier Diversion |
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.