Curtis Begley Lake
Key Takeaway
Curtis Begley Lake is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00531 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DENCIL BEGEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Curtis Begley Lake?
Curtis Begley Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Curtis Begley Lake?
Curtis Begley Lake is owned by DENCIL BEGEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curtis Begley Lake built?
Curtis Begley Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Curtis Begley Lake?
Curtis Begley Lake 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 Curtis Begley Lake?
Curtis Begley Lake has a dam height of 31 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 Curtis Begley Lake last inspected?
Curtis Begley Lake was last inspected on August 31, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.