Lebanon Junction Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lebanon Junction Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00705 |
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
US GOVERMENT
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lebanon Junction Lake Dam?
Lebanon Junction Lake 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 Lebanon Junction Lake Dam?
Lebanon Junction Lake Dam is owned by US GOVERMENT (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lebanon Junction Lake Dam built?
Lebanon Junction Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Lebanon Junction Lake Dam?
Lebanon Junction Lake 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 Lebanon Junction Lake Dam?
Lebanon Junction Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Lebanon Junction Lake Dam last inspected?
Lebanon Junction Lake Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.