Edwin Hagan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00707 |
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
SIDNEY HAGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edwin Hagan Lake Dam?
Edwin Hagan 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 Edwin Hagan Lake Dam?
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam is owned by SIDNEY HAGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edwin Hagan Lake Dam built?
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam 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 Edwin Hagan Lake Dam?
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Edwin Hagan Lake Dam?
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Edwin Hagan Lake Dam last inspected?
Edwin Hagan Lake Dam was last inspected on February 18, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.