Coleman Station Pond

Hancock, Kentucky· Built 1980· Earth· 33 ft tall
Significant Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Coleman Station Pond is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY)
Dam Length6,400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area46 acres
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDKY00842

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

BIG RIVERS ELECTRIC CORPORATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coleman Station Pond?

Coleman Station Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Coleman Station Pond?

Coleman Station Pond is owned by BIG RIVERS ELECTRIC CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Coleman Station Pond built?

Coleman Station Pond was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Coleman Station Pond?

Coleman Station Pond 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 Coleman Station Pond?

Coleman Station Pond has a dam height of 33 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 Coleman Station Pond last inspected?

Coleman Station Pond was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.