Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant
Key Takeaway
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 83.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00860 |
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
EAGLE FALLS RESORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant 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 Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant is owned by EAGLE FALLS RESORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant built?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant 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 Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant has a dam height of 50 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 Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant last inspected?
Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant was last inspected on January 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.