Old Hickory Lock and Dam
Tennessee — Davidson County — CUMBERLAND RIVER
Location
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Davidson |
| River | CUMBERLAND RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.29640, -86.65593 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 98 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 3,750 ft |
| NID Storage | 545,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 545,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22,500 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 13, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1954 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Nashville District |
| Other Name | Old Hickory 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.