Hidden Valley Camp Dam
Key Takeaway
Hidden Valley Camp Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 72.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 727 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01048 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Camp Dam?
Hidden Valley Camp Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hidden Valley Camp Dam?
Hidden Valley Camp Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hidden Valley Camp Dam built?
Hidden Valley Camp Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Hidden Valley Camp Dam?
Hidden Valley Camp 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 Hidden Valley Camp Dam?
Hidden Valley Camp 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 Hidden Valley Camp Dam last inspected?
Hidden Valley Camp Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.