Tom Wathen Lake
Key Takeaway
Tom Wathen Lake is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 67.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 621 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00442 |
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
MALCOLM JESSUP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tom Wathen Lake?
Tom Wathen 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 Tom Wathen Lake?
Tom Wathen Lake is owned by MALCOLM JESSUP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tom Wathen Lake built?
Tom Wathen Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Tom Wathen Lake?
Tom Wathen 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 Tom Wathen Lake?
Tom Wathen Lake has a dam height of 37 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 Tom Wathen Lake last inspected?
Tom Wathen Lake was last inspected on March 29, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.