Marshall Farm Lake Dam

OBION CREEK· Carlisle, Kentucky· Built 1964· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Marshall Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 55.9% in KY)
Dam Length625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage82 acre-ft
Normal Storage213 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDKY00435

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: May 8, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ED MARSHALL JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marshall Farm Lake Dam?

Marshall Farm 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 Marshall Farm Lake Dam?

Marshall Farm Lake Dam is owned by ED MARSHALL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marshall Farm Lake Dam built?

Marshall Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Marshall Farm Lake Dam?

Marshall Farm 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 Marshall Farm Lake Dam?

Marshall Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Marshall Farm Lake Dam last inspected?

Marshall Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2018. 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.