Barrett Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrett Hill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00469 |
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
HAR-CAN OIL COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barrett Hill Lake Dam?
Barrett Hill 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 Barrett Hill Lake Dam?
Barrett Hill Lake Dam is owned by HAR-CAN OIL COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrett Hill Lake Dam built?
Barrett Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Barrett Hill Lake Dam?
Barrett Hill Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barrett Hill Lake Dam?
Barrett Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Barrett Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Barrett Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.