Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00892 |
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
CARL CLORE JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam?
Carl Clore Jr 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 Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam?
Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam is owned by CARL CLORE JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam built?
Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam?
Carl Clore Jr 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 Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam?
Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam last inspected?
Carl Clore Jr Lake Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.