Arrowhead Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arrowhead Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 82.1% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 984 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 46 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00327 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARROWHEAD LAKE HOMEOWNERS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam is owned by ARROWHEAD LAKE HOMEOWNERS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arrowhead Lake Dam built?
Arrowhead Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Arrowhead Lake Dam?
Arrowhead Lake Dam has a dam height of 48 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Arrowhead Lake Dam last inspected?
Arrowhead Lake Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.