Loraine Daniels Dam
Key Takeaway
Loraine Daniels Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00556 |
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
LEE WILMOT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loraine Daniels Dam?
Loraine Daniels 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 Loraine Daniels Dam?
Loraine Daniels Dam is owned by LEE WILMOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loraine Daniels Dam built?
Loraine Daniels Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Loraine Daniels Dam?
Loraine Daniels 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 Loraine Daniels Dam?
Loraine Daniels 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 Loraine Daniels Dam last inspected?
Loraine Daniels Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.