Shanty Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shanty Hollow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00162 |
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
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Shanty Hollow Lake Dam?
Shanty Hollow 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 Shanty Hollow Lake Dam?
Shanty Hollow Lake Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shanty Hollow Lake Dam built?
Shanty Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Shanty Hollow Lake Dam?
Shanty Hollow 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 Shanty Hollow Lake Dam?
Shanty Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Shanty Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Shanty Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.