Pine Hill Lake No 1
Key Takeaway
Pine Hill Lake No 1 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 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 | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00595 |
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
WINDSOR LAKES HOME OWNERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Hill Lake No 1?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 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 Pine Hill Lake No 1?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 is owned by WINDSOR LAKES HOME OWNERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Hill Lake No 1 built?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Pine Hill Lake No 1?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 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 Pine Hill Lake No 1?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 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 Pine Hill Lake No 1 last inspected?
Pine Hill Lake No 1 was last inspected on October 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.