Carpenter Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Carpenter Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 371 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00016 |
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
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Carpenter Lake Dam?
Carpenter 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 Carpenter Lake Dam?
Carpenter Lake Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carpenter Lake Dam built?
Carpenter Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Carpenter Lake Dam?
Carpenter 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 Carpenter Lake Dam?
Carpenter Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Carpenter Lake Dam last inspected?
Carpenter Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.