Harold Bennett Dam
Key Takeaway
Harold Bennett Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 72.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00642 |
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
PATRICA BENNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harold Bennett Dam?
Harold Bennett 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 Harold Bennett Dam?
Harold Bennett Dam is owned by PATRICA BENNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harold Bennett Dam built?
Harold Bennett Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Harold Bennett Dam?
Harold Bennett 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 Harold Bennett Dam?
Harold Bennett Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Harold Bennett Dam last inspected?
Harold Bennett Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.