Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00489 |
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
LONNIE GREGORY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam?
Lonnie Gregory 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 Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam?
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam is owned by LONNIE GREGORY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam built?
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam?
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam?
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam last inspected?
Lonnie Gregory Lake Dam was last inspected on February 7, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.