Hallenburg & Associates Lake

BENSON CK.· Shelby, Kentucky· Built 1973· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hallenburg & Associates Lake is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDKY00377

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: October 2, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

OWSLEY BROWN FRAZIER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hallenburg & Associates Lake?

Hallenburg & Associates 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 Hallenburg & Associates Lake?

Hallenburg & Associates Lake is owned by OWSLEY BROWN FRAZIER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hallenburg & Associates Lake built?

Hallenburg & Associates Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Hallenburg & Associates Lake?

Hallenburg & Associates 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 Hallenburg & Associates Lake?

Hallenburg & Associates Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Hallenburg & Associates Lake last inspected?

Hallenburg & Associates Lake was last inspected on October 2, 2014. 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.