Cottonmouth Lodge Dam

Adair, Kentucky· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cottonmouth Lodge Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY)
Dam Length950 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage256 acre-ft
Normal Storage210 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKY01259

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

Richard & Susan Blank

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cottonmouth Lodge Dam?

Cottonmouth Lodge 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 Cottonmouth Lodge Dam?

Cottonmouth Lodge Dam is owned by Richard & Susan Blank (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cottonmouth Lodge Dam?

Cottonmouth Lodge 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 Cottonmouth Lodge Dam?

Cottonmouth Lodge Dam has a dam height of 23 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.

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.