Lloyd Dam
Key Takeaway
Lloyd 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 | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00536 |
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
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lloyd Dam?
Lloyd 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 Lloyd Dam?
Lloyd Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lloyd Dam built?
Lloyd 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 Lloyd Dam?
Lloyd 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 Lloyd Dam?
Lloyd Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lloyd Dam last inspected?
Lloyd Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.