Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00871 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JESSE LAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam is owned by JESSE LAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam built?
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Lee County Sportsman Club 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 Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Lee County Sportsman Club Lake Dam was last inspected on December 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.