Borders Lake Dam

LEVISA FORK· Lawrence, Kentucky· Built 1971· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Borders Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 69.5% in KY)
Dam Length210 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKY00856

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 30, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

CAROL BORDERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Borders Lake Dam?

Borders 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 Borders Lake Dam?

Borders Lake Dam is owned by CAROL BORDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Borders Lake Dam built?

Borders Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Borders Lake Dam?

Borders 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 Borders Lake Dam?

Borders Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Borders Lake Dam last inspected?

Borders Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.