Lakewood Shores Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Shores Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 176 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00024 |
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
GREEN VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Shores Dam?
Lakewood Shores 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 Lakewood Shores Dam?
Lakewood Shores Dam is owned by GREEN VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Shores Dam built?
Lakewood Shores Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lakewood Shores Dam?
Lakewood Shores 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 Lakewood Shores Dam?
Lakewood Shores Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lakewood Shores Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Shores Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.