White Hall State Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
White Hall State Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01197 |
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
MADISON COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Hall State Park Lake Dam?
White Hall State Park 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 White Hall State Park Lake Dam?
White Hall State Park Lake Dam is owned by MADISON COUNTY FISCAL COURT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Hall State Park Lake Dam built?
White Hall State Park Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 White Hall State Park Lake Dam?
White Hall State Park 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 White Hall State Park Lake Dam?
White Hall State Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 White Hall State Park Lake Dam last inspected?
White Hall State Park Lake Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.