Walnut Hall Stud Lake
Key Takeaway
Walnut Hall Stud Lake 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 | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00557 |
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
JAMES AND ROBERT BARTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walnut Hall Stud Lake?
Walnut Hall Stud 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 Walnut Hall Stud Lake?
Walnut Hall Stud Lake is owned by JAMES AND ROBERT BARTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walnut Hall Stud Lake built?
Walnut Hall Stud Lake 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 Walnut Hall Stud Lake?
Walnut Hall Stud 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 Walnut Hall Stud Lake?
Walnut Hall Stud Lake 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 Walnut Hall Stud Lake last inspected?
Walnut Hall Stud Lake was last inspected on August 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.