Brown Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00890 |
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
ASHBOURNE FARM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Lake Dam?
Brown 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 Brown Lake Dam?
Brown Lake Dam is owned by ASHBOURNE FARM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Lake Dam built?
Brown Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Brown Lake Dam?
Brown 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 Brown Lake Dam?
Brown Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Brown Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown Lake Dam was last inspected on December 10, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.