Condon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Condon Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00893 |
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
MS. IDA STINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Condon Lake Dam?
Condon 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 Condon Lake Dam?
Condon Lake Dam is owned by MS. IDA STINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Condon Lake Dam built?
Condon Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Condon Lake Dam?
Condon 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 Condon Lake Dam?
Condon Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Condon Lake Dam last inspected?
Condon Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.