Rosewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rosewood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00677 |
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
ROBERT E. WINN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rosewood Lake Dam?
Rosewood 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 Rosewood Lake Dam?
Rosewood Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT E. WINN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rosewood Lake Dam built?
Rosewood Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rosewood Lake Dam?
Rosewood Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rosewood Lake Dam?
Rosewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Rosewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Rosewood Lake Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.