Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam
Key Takeaway
Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 9.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00079 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPOOKY HOLLOW INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam is owned by SPOOKY HOLLOW INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam built?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)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 Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)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 Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam last inspected?
Spooky Hollow (Lower)Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.