Laurel Hill Lake Dam

Tennessee — Lawrence County — PETER CAVE CREEK

Location

StateTennessee
CountyLawrence
RiverPETER CAVE CREEK
Coordinates35.35099, -87.53280

Physical Characteristics

NID Height72 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length900 ft
NID Storage9,400 acre-ft
Max Storage9,400 acre-ft
Surface Area160 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 23, 2025
Inspection Frequency2

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary Purpose—
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeState
OwnerTwra
Other NameLaurel Hill Lake

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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.

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