Boone Lake Dam, located in Boone, Kentucky, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1940 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 310 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 99.5 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 330 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Cruises Creek and is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Boone Lake Dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with the last inspection in 2017 revealing areas in need of improvement. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk, though specific risk management measures are not outlined in the data. The dam does not have an emergency action plan (EAP) prepared, suggesting a potential area for improvement in emergency preparedness and response. Overall, Boone Lake Dam presents an interesting case for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the intersection of recreational use, regulatory oversight, and infrastructure maintenance in the context of a historical dam structure.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
CRUISES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.46 |
Nid Storage |
330 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bullock Pen Lake Ramp - DFWR
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Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
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Big Bone Lick State Park
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Boltz Lake Ramp - DFWR
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