Timberwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Timberwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 420 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00215 |
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
TIMBERWOOD LAKE SHORES ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timberwood Lake Dam?
Timberwood 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 Timberwood Lake Dam?
Timberwood Lake Dam is owned by TIMBERWOOD LAKE SHORES ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timberwood Lake Dam built?
Timberwood Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Timberwood Lake Dam?
Timberwood 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 Timberwood Lake Dam?
Timberwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Timberwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Timberwood Lake Dam was last inspected on February 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.