Dogwood Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 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 | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01021 |
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
STEPHEN AND JENNIFER BINGHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dogwood Valley Lake Dam?
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam 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 Dogwood Valley Lake Dam?
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam is owned by STEPHEN AND JENNIFER BINGHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogwood Valley Lake Dam built?
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Dogwood Valley Lake Dam?
Dogwood Valley 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 Dogwood Valley Lake Dam?
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Dogwood Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Dogwood Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.