Guist Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Guist Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 87.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,060 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 333 acres |
| Drainage Area | 30 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00040 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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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What is the hazard classification of Guist Creek Lake Dam?
Guist Creek Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Guist Creek Lake Dam?
Guist Creek 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 Guist Creek Lake Dam built?
Guist Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Guist Creek Lake Dam?
Guist Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Guist Creek Lake Dam?
Guist Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Guist Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Guist Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.