Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake
Key Takeaway
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00467 |
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
MARK SHIVELY
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake 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 Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake is owned by MARK SHIVELY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake built?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake last inspected?
Clark & Coomes Oil Field Lake was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.