Deer Creek Lodge Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Creek Lodge Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 332 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01210 |
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
TIMOTHY R. STULL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Creek Lodge Dam?
Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek Lodge Dam?
Deer Creek Lodge Dam is owned by TIMOTHY R. STULL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Creek Lodge Dam built?
Deer Creek Lodge Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Deer Creek Lodge Dam?
Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek Lodge Dam?
Deer Creek Lodge Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Deer Creek Lodge Dam last inspected?
Deer Creek Lodge Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.