Elmer Davis Lake Dam, located in Owen County, Kentucky, is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1958 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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With a height of 68 feet and a length of 520 feet, the dam creates a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 3,151.2 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 4,650 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Severn Creek and is managed by the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Elmer Davis Lake Dam is regularly inspected by the Kentucky Division of Water, with the last inspection conducted in June 2017. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 100 feet wide, helps regulate water levels in the reservoir. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, measures for risk management and emergency action planning are not explicitly outlined in the available data. This makes Elmer Davis Lake Dam an intriguing site for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of earth dams for recreational purposes in Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
68 |
River Or Stream |
SEVERN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
148.8 |
Drainage Area |
6.6 |
Nid Storage |
4650 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
68 |
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