Wallace Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wallace Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 490 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00915 |
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
JEFF TURNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wallace Farm Lake Dam?
Wallace Farm 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 Wallace Farm Lake Dam?
Wallace Farm Lake Dam is owned by JEFF TURNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallace Farm Lake Dam built?
Wallace Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Wallace Farm Lake Dam?
Wallace Farm Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wallace Farm Lake Dam?
Wallace Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Wallace Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Wallace Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.