Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 46.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00179 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, BLUEGRASS COUNCIL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam?
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam?
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, BLUEGRASS COUNCIL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam built?
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam?
Mckee Scout Camp 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 Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam?
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam last inspected?
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.