Donaldson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Donaldson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | KY01263 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donaldson Lake Dam?
Donaldson 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 Donaldson Lake Dam?
Donaldson Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Donaldson Lake Dam?
Donaldson 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 Donaldson Lake Dam?
Donaldson Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Donaldson Lake Dam last inspected?
Donaldson Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.