City Lake Dam
Tennessee — Putnam County — FALLING WATER RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Putnam |
| River | FALLING WATER RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.11861, -85.44389 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 205 ft |
| NID Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 21, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1948 |
| Primary Purpose | — |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | City Of Cookeville |
| Other Name | City Lake |
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.