Melton Hill Dam
Tennessee — Loudon County — CLINCH RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Loudon |
| River | CLINCH RIVER |
| Coordinates | 35.88569, -84.29992 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 103 ft |
| Dam Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| NID Storage | 150,708 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 150,708 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,690 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 26, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Melton Hill 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.