Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam

Owen, Kentucky· Earth· 58 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 58 ft (taller than 86.9% in KY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDKY01261

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: November 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam?

Kreutzjans Farm 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 Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam?

Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam?

Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam?

Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam last inspected?

Kreutzjans Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2021. 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.