Camargo Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Camargo Reservoir 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 | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00729 |
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
MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER DISTRIST 1
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Camargo Reservoir?
Camargo Reservoir 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 Camargo Reservoir?
Camargo Reservoir is owned by MONTGOMERY COUNTY WATER DISTRIST 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camargo Reservoir built?
Camargo Reservoir 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 Camargo Reservoir?
Camargo Reservoir 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 Camargo Reservoir?
Camargo Reservoir has a dam height of 23 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 Camargo Reservoir last inspected?
Camargo Reservoir was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.