Mays Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mays Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00655 |
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
STEVE MAYS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mays Lake Dam?
Mays 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 Mays Lake Dam?
Mays Lake Dam is owned by STEVE MAYS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mays Lake Dam built?
Mays Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mays Lake Dam?
Mays 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 Mays Lake Dam?
Mays Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Mays Lake Dam last inspected?
Mays Lake Dam was last inspected on May 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.