Ben Matthews Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ben Matthews Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 228 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00947 |
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
K. GAURI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ben Matthews Lake Dam?
Ben Matthews 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 Ben Matthews Lake Dam?
Ben Matthews Lake Dam is owned by K. GAURI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ben Matthews Lake Dam built?
Ben Matthews Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Ben Matthews Lake Dam?
Ben Matthews 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 Ben Matthews Lake Dam?
Ben Matthews Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Ben Matthews Lake Dam last inspected?
Ben Matthews Lake Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.