Crescendo Camp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Crescendo Camp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00706 |
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
LIONS CAMP CRESCENDO INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crescendo Camp Lake Dam?
Crescendo Camp 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 Crescendo Camp Lake Dam?
Crescendo Camp Lake Dam is owned by LIONS CAMP CRESCENDO INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crescendo Camp Lake Dam built?
Crescendo Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Crescendo Camp Lake Dam?
Crescendo Camp 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 Crescendo Camp Lake Dam?
Crescendo Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Crescendo Camp Lake Dam last inspected?
Crescendo Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.