Red Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Red Hill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00211 |
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
HERON DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hill Lake Dam?
Red Hill 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 Red Hill Lake Dam?
Red Hill Lake Dam is owned by HERON DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Hill Lake Dam built?
Red Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Red Hill Lake Dam?
Red Hill 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 Red Hill Lake Dam?
Red Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Red Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Red Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.