Lakeside At The Downs Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeside At The Downs Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 1.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | KY01256 |
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
Thompson Homes Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeside At The Downs Dam?
Lakeside At The Downs 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 Lakeside At The Downs Dam?
Lakeside At The Downs Dam is owned by Thompson Homes Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lakeside At The Downs Dam?
Lakeside At The Downs Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakeside At The Downs Dam?
Lakeside At The Downs Dam has a dam height of 14 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.