J. Horton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
J. Horton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 192 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00487 |
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
Julian Horton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J. Horton Lake Dam?
J. Horton 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 J. Horton Lake Dam?
J. Horton Lake Dam is owned by Julian Horton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J. Horton Lake Dam built?
J. Horton Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 J. Horton Lake Dam?
J. Horton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is J. Horton Lake Dam?
J. Horton Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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.