Camp Burnamwood Lake Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Puckett Lake Dam Poer Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Camp Burnamwood Lake Dam No 1, located in Estill County, Kentucky, serves as a vital recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Constructed in 1971 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 400 feet in length, creating a surface area of 5 acres and a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Calloway Creek and is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring proper maintenance and inspection to uphold its recreational purpose.
Despite its low hazard potential, Camp Burnamwood Lake Dam No 1 is currently assessed as being in poor condition, highlighting the need for potential maintenance and rehabilitation efforts to ensure its long-term stability. The dam lacks a detailed emergency action plan and risk assessment, indicating room for improvement in emergency preparedness and management. With a moderate risk rating and a history of infrequent inspections, there may be opportunities for increased oversight and mitigation measures to address any potential safety concerns.
As a privately owned structure with a focus on recreation, Camp Burnamwood Lake Dam No 1 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its location in a picturesque setting along Calloway Creek, combined with its historical significance and current condition, offers a unique opportunity for further exploration and engagement in the realm of dam safety and management.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
CALLOWAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.62 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Camp Burnamwood Lake Dam No 1
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