Bohn Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bohn Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00795 |
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
RANDELL C. STIVERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bohn Farms Lake Dam?
Bohn Farms 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 Bohn Farms Lake Dam?
Bohn Farms Lake Dam is owned by RANDELL C. STIVERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bohn Farms Lake Dam built?
Bohn Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Bohn Farms Lake Dam?
Bohn Farms 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 Bohn Farms Lake Dam?
Bohn Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Bohn Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Bohn Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.