General Butler State Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
General Butler State Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00049 |
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
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
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High Hazard 222 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of General Butler State Park Lake Dam?
General Butler State Park 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 General Butler State Park Lake Dam?
General Butler State Park Lake Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was General Butler State Park Lake Dam built?
General Butler State Park Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 General Butler State Park Lake Dam?
General Butler State Park 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 General Butler State Park Lake Dam?
General Butler State Park 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 General Butler State Park Lake Dam last inspected?
General Butler State Park Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.