Burbanks Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Burbanks Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 9.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00274 |
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
GEORGE WHITTINGTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burbanks Lake Dam?
Burbanks 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 Burbanks Lake Dam?
Burbanks Lake Dam is owned by GEORGE WHITTINGTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burbanks Lake Dam built?
Burbanks Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Burbanks Lake Dam?
Burbanks 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 Burbanks Lake Dam?
Burbanks Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Burbanks Lake Dam last inspected?
Burbanks Lake Dam was last inspected on August 28, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.