Deer Lake No 1 (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 86.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01070 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DEER LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake No 1 (Upper)?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Deer Lake No 1 (Upper)?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) is owned by DEER LAKE ASSOCIATION, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) built?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Lake No 1 (Upper)?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) 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 Lake No 1 (Upper)?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) has a dam height of 55 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 Lake No 1 (Upper) last inspected?
Deer Lake No 1 (Upper) was last inspected on October 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.