Fort Patrick Henry Dam
Tennessee — Sullivan County — SOUTH FORK HOLSTON RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Sullivan |
| River | SOUTH FORK HOLSTON RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.49795, -82.50876 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 95 ft |
| Dam Height | 90 ft |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| NID Storage | 31,728 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 31,728 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 840 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 5, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1953 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Fort Patrick Henry 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.