Harmony Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Harmony Lake Dam 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 | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00006 |
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
Oldham County Fiscal Court
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Harmony Lake Dam?
Harmony Lake Dam 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 Harmony Lake Dam?
Harmony Lake Dam is owned by Oldham County Fiscal Court (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harmony Lake Dam built?
Harmony Lake Dam 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 Harmony Lake Dam?
Harmony 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 Harmony Lake Dam?
Harmony Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Harmony Lake Dam last inspected?
Harmony Lake Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.