David Hawkins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
David Hawkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00902 |
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
MARY KAY HAGGARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of David Hawkins Lake Dam?
David Hawkins 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 David Hawkins Lake Dam?
David Hawkins Lake Dam is owned by MARY KAY HAGGARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Hawkins Lake Dam built?
David Hawkins Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 David Hawkins Lake Dam?
David Hawkins 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 David Hawkins Lake Dam?
David Hawkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 David Hawkins Lake Dam last inspected?
David Hawkins Lake Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.