Olympia State Forest Dam
Key Takeaway
Olympia State Forest Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00912 |
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
MICHAEL CAMPBELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olympia State Forest Dam?
Olympia State Forest 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 Olympia State Forest Dam?
Olympia State Forest Dam is owned by MICHAEL CAMPBELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olympia State Forest Dam built?
Olympia State Forest Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Olympia State Forest Dam?
Olympia State Forest 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 Olympia State Forest Dam?
Olympia State Forest Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Olympia State Forest Dam last inspected?
Olympia State Forest Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.