Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower)
Key Takeaway
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00583 |
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
WALLACE GARRETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower)?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) 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 Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower)?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) is owned by WALLACE GARRETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) built?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) 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 Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower)?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) 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 Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower)?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) has a dam height of 25 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 Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) last inspected?
Glenn Hawkins Lake (Lower) was last inspected on April 9, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.