Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00130 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HARDIN COUNTY SPORTSMAN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam?
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam?
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam is owned by HARDIN COUNTY SPORTSMAN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam built?
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam?
Hardin County Sportsman 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 Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam?
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam last inspected?
Hardin County Sportsman Lake Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.