Schroeder Dam
Key Takeaway
Schroeder Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 893 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 348 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01129 |
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
WILLIAM SCHROEDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder Dam is owned by WILLIAM SCHROEDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schroeder Dam built?
Schroeder Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder 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 Schroeder Dam?
Schroeder 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 Schroeder Dam last inspected?
Schroeder Dam was last inspected on February 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.