Raccoon Mountain Saddle Dam
Tennessee — Marion County — Tennessee River - John McNabb Branch
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Marion |
| River | Tennessee River - John McNabb Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.05624, -85.39014 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Height | 40 ft |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| NID Storage | 36,340 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 36,340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 528 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | — |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 9, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Raccoon Mountain Reservoir |
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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.