Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 2,606 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00490 |
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
TENNESSEE GAS PIPELINE COMPANY
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Company 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 Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam is owned by TENNESSEE GAS PIPELINE COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam built?
Tennessee Gas Company 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 Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam?
Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam last inspected?
Tennessee Gas Company Lake Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.