Charles Dennis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Dennis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00710 |
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
PIN OAK PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Dennis Lake Dam?
Charles Dennis 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 Charles Dennis Lake Dam?
Charles Dennis Lake Dam is owned by PIN OAK PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Dennis Lake Dam built?
Charles Dennis Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Charles Dennis Lake Dam?
Charles Dennis 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 Charles Dennis Lake Dam?
Charles Dennis Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Charles Dennis Lake Dam last inspected?
Charles Dennis Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.