Thornhill Lake
Key Takeaway
Thornhill Lake 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 | 13 ft (taller than 1.1% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00078 |
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
GERALD MEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thornhill Lake?
Thornhill Lake 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 Thornhill Lake?
Thornhill Lake is owned by GERALD MEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thornhill Lake built?
Thornhill Lake 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 Thornhill Lake?
Thornhill Lake 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 Thornhill Lake?
Thornhill Lake has a dam height of 13 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 Thornhill Lake last inspected?
Thornhill Lake was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.