Spurlington Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spurlington Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 643 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 483 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00138 |
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
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What is the hazard classification of Spurlington Lake Dam?
Spurlington 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 Spurlington Lake Dam?
Spurlington 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 Spurlington Lake Dam built?
Spurlington Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Spurlington Lake Dam?
Spurlington 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 Spurlington Lake Dam?
Spurlington 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 Spurlington Lake Dam last inspected?
Spurlington Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.