Norris Dam
Tennessee — Campbell County — CLINCH RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Campbell |
| River | CLINCH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.22407, -84.09263 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 265 ft |
| Dam Height | 236 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,860 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,363,168 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,363,168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34,000 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | September 16, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Norris 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.