Maywoods Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maywoods Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 80.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00764 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Maywoods Lake Dam?
Maywoods Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Maywoods Lake Dam?
Maywoods Lake Dam is owned by EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maywoods Lake Dam built?
Maywoods Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Maywoods Lake Dam?
Maywoods 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 Maywoods Lake Dam?
Maywoods Lake Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Maywoods Lake Dam last inspected?
Maywoods Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.