Benjy Kinman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Benjy Kinman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 573 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01106 |
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
Kentucky DEPARTMENT OF FISH & WILDLIFE RESOURCES
State Government
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Benjy Kinman Lake Dam?
Benjy Kinman 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 Benjy Kinman Lake Dam?
Benjy Kinman Lake Dam is owned by Kentucky DEPARTMENT OF FISH & WILDLIFE RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Benjy Kinman Lake Dam built?
Benjy Kinman Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Benjy Kinman Lake Dam?
Benjy Kinman 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 Benjy Kinman Lake Dam?
Benjy Kinman 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 Benjy Kinman Lake Dam last inspected?
Benjy Kinman Lake Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.