Price Martin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Price Martin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 77.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 190 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00907 |
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
MIKE DAVENPORT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Price Martin Lake Dam?
Price Martin 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 Price Martin Lake Dam?
Price Martin Lake Dam is owned by MIKE DAVENPORT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Price Martin Lake Dam built?
Price Martin Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Price Martin Lake Dam?
Price Martin 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 Price Martin Lake Dam?
Price Martin Lake Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Price Martin Lake Dam last inspected?
Price Martin Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.