Frost Lake

LICK BRANCH· Greenup, Kentucky· Built 1960· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Frost Lake is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage163 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDKY00233

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: May 4, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

DANIEL & JENNIFER WRIGHT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Frost Lake?

Frost Lake 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 Frost Lake?

Frost Lake is owned by DANIEL & JENNIFER WRIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Frost Lake built?

Frost Lake 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 Frost Lake?

Frost Lake 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 Frost Lake?

Frost Lake 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 Frost Lake last inspected?

Frost Lake was last inspected on May 4, 2006. 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.