Crystal Lake Dam No 1

BANKLICK CREET· Kenton, Kentucky· Built 1980· Earth· 45 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 45 ft (taller than 80.2% in KY)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDKY01140

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
Last Inspection: April 2, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

SANITATION DISTRICT 1

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake Dam No 1?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 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 Crystal Lake Dam No 1?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 is owned by SANITATION DISTRICT 1 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crystal Lake Dam No 1 built?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Crystal Lake Dam No 1?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Crystal Lake Dam No 1?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 has a dam height of 45 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 Crystal Lake Dam No 1 last inspected?

Crystal Lake Dam No 1 was last inspected on April 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.