Cheatham Lock and Dam
Tennessee — Dickson County — CUMBERLAND RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Dickson |
| River | CUMBERLAND RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.31951, -87.22280 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 75 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 981 ft |
| NID Storage | 104,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 104,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,450 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 20, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Nashville District |
| Other Name | Cheatham 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.