Sturgis Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sturgis Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00153 |
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
UNION COUNTY AIR BOARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sturgis Lake Dam?
Sturgis 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 Sturgis Lake Dam?
Sturgis Lake Dam is owned by UNION COUNTY AIR BOARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sturgis Lake Dam built?
Sturgis Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Sturgis Lake Dam?
Sturgis 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 Sturgis Lake Dam?
Sturgis Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Sturgis Lake Dam last inspected?
Sturgis Lake Dam was last inspected on September 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.