Cornette Dam
Key Takeaway
Cornette Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 295 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00579 |
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
FRANK CORNETTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cornette Dam?
Cornette 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 Cornette Dam?
Cornette Dam is owned by FRANK CORNETTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cornette Dam built?
Cornette Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Cornette Dam?
Cornette 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 Cornette Dam?
Cornette 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 Cornette Dam last inspected?
Cornette Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.