Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 66.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00107 |
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
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp 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 Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp 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 Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam built?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp 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 Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam last inspected?
Hardinsburg Ffa Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.