Lee Thomas Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee Thomas Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 80.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00957 |
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
HONEY LOCUST VALLEY FARM, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Thomas Lake Dam?
Lee Thomas 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 Lee Thomas Lake Dam?
Lee Thomas Lake Dam is owned by HONEY LOCUST VALLEY FARM, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Thomas Lake Dam built?
Lee Thomas Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Thomas Lake Dam?
Lee Thomas 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 Thomas Lake Dam?
Lee Thomas Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Thomas Lake Dam last inspected?
Lee Thomas Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.