Princeton Railroad Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Princeton Railroad Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1917 and is 109 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 650 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1917 (109 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00172 |
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
DON C. HARRALSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Princeton Railroad Lake Dam?
Princeton Railroad 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 Princeton Railroad Lake Dam?
Princeton Railroad Lake Dam is owned by DON C. HARRALSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Princeton Railroad Lake Dam built?
Princeton Railroad Lake Dam was completed in 1917, making it 109 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 Princeton Railroad Lake Dam?
Princeton Railroad 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 Princeton Railroad Lake Dam?
Princeton Railroad Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Princeton Railroad Lake Dam last inspected?
Princeton Railroad Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.