Whippoorwill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whippoorwill Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00374 |
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
LOIS WEINBURG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whippoorwill Lake Dam?
Whippoorwill 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 Whippoorwill Lake Dam?
Whippoorwill Lake Dam is owned by LOIS WEINBURG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whippoorwill Lake Dam built?
Whippoorwill Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Whippoorwill Lake Dam?
Whippoorwill 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 Whippoorwill Lake Dam?
Whippoorwill Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Whippoorwill Lake Dam last inspected?
Whippoorwill Lake Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.