Lakeview Farm Dam

ELYAHS CREEK· Boone, Kentucky· Built 1973· Earth· 55 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakeview Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 55 ft (taller than 86.2% in KY)
Dam Length615 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage220 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDKY00646

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: December 14, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

LEROY MCGLASSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Farm Dam?

Lakeview Farm 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 Lakeview Farm Dam?

Lakeview Farm Dam is owned by LEROY MCGLASSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakeview Farm Dam built?

Lakeview Farm Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Lakeview Farm Dam?

Lakeview Farm Dam 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 Lakeview Farm Dam?

Lakeview Farm Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Lakeview Farm Dam last inspected?

Lakeview Farm Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2007. 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.