George Roland Lake
Key Takeaway
George Roland Lake is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00696 |
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
DARIN HERALD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Roland Lake?
George Roland 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 George Roland Lake?
George Roland Lake is owned by DARIN HERALD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Roland Lake built?
George Roland Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 George Roland Lake?
George Roland Lake 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 George Roland Lake?
George Roland Lake 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 George Roland Lake last inspected?
George Roland Lake was last inspected on September 7, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.