Lake Peewee Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Peewee Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 55.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 360 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00145 |
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
CITY OF MADISONVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Peewee Dam?
Lake Peewee 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 Lake Peewee Dam?
Lake Peewee Dam is owned by CITY OF MADISONVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Peewee Dam built?
Lake Peewee Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Lake Peewee Dam?
Lake Peewee Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Peewee Dam?
Lake Peewee Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Lake Peewee Dam last inspected?
Lake Peewee Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.