Lake Us 60
Key Takeaway
Lake Us 60 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00734 |
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
JOHN JAREMCZUK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Us 60?
Lake Us 60 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 Lake Us 60?
Lake Us 60 is owned by JOHN JAREMCZUK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Us 60 built?
Lake Us 60 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Us 60?
Lake Us 60 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 Lake Us 60?
Lake Us 60 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 Lake Us 60 last inspected?
Lake Us 60 was last inspected on October 2, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.