Quinn Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Honey Locust Dam Lee Thomas Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Quinn Dam, also known as Quinn Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Patesville, Kentucky.
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Summary
Completed in 1952, this earth dam stands at 26 feet tall and spans a length of 420 feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 56.8 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet.
The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the overall risk assessment is moderate. The spillway, which is uncontrolled, has a width of 6 feet. The dam is situated on TR-Blackford Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Louisville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find Quinn Dam to be an intriguing subject due to its historical significance, structural features, and regulatory oversight. The dam's location in Hancock County, Kentucky, its associated drainage area of 0.1 square miles, and its impact on the surrounding environment make it a noteworthy site for further study and monitoring.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACKFORD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
56.8 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
26 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Quinn Dam
West Main Street 466, Cloverport