Drexel Campbell Lake (New)

CAL CREEK· McCreary, Kentucky· Built 1971· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY)
Dam Length295 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDKY00567

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 10, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

JERRY STEPHENS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Drexel Campbell Lake (New)?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) 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 Drexel Campbell Lake (New)?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) is owned by JERRY STEPHENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Drexel Campbell Lake (New) built?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Drexel Campbell Lake (New)?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) 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 Drexel Campbell Lake (New)?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) 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 Drexel Campbell Lake (New) last inspected?

Drexel Campbell Lake (New) was last inspected on April 10, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.