Hurt Lake

RED RIVER· Todd, Kentucky· Built 1967· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hurt Lake 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 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY)
Dam Length304 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage72 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDKY00445

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 29, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

O. R. HURT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hurt Lake?

Hurt Lake 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 Hurt Lake?

Hurt Lake is owned by O. R. HURT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hurt Lake built?

Hurt Lake 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 Hurt Lake?

Hurt Lake 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 Hurt Lake?

Hurt Lake 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 Hurt Lake last inspected?

Hurt Lake was last inspected on March 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.