Logan Lake Dam

FLOYDS FORK· Jefferson, Kentucky· Built 1976· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Logan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 66.5% in KY)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDKY00872

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 4, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

D. COVINGTON LOGAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Logan Lake Dam?

Logan 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 Logan Lake Dam?

Logan Lake Dam is owned by D. COVINGTON LOGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Logan Lake Dam built?

Logan Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Logan Lake Dam?

Logan 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 Logan Lake Dam?

Logan Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Logan Lake Dam last inspected?

Logan Lake Dam was last inspected on February 4, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.