Corum Dam Ii
Key Takeaway
Corum Dam Ii is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 66.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00661 |
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
JAMES T. CORUM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Corum Dam Ii?
Corum Dam Ii 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 Corum Dam Ii?
Corum Dam Ii is owned by JAMES T. CORUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corum Dam Ii built?
Corum Dam Ii was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Corum Dam Ii?
Corum Dam Ii 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 Corum Dam Ii?
Corum Dam Ii has a dam height of 36 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 Corum Dam Ii last inspected?
Corum Dam Ii was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.