Corum Dam II, also known as Corum Lake II, is a private-owned earth dam located in Pineville, Kentucky.
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Completed in 1957, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 4.1 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 76.5 acre-feet. The dam stands at a height of 36 feet and stretches 250 feet in length, with a drainage area of 0.06 square miles along the Strait Creek.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Corum Dam II has a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition as of its last inspection in May 2018. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities to ensure public safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its limited associated structures and uncontrolled spillway type, the dam continues to provide a recreational haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
STRAIT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
76.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
36 |
Cumberland River Near Harlan
|
582cfs |
Martins Fork Above Smith
|
59cfs |
Martins Fork Near Smith
|
144cfs |
Powell River Near Arthur
|
1370cfs |
Goose Creek At Manchester
|
125cfs |
Powell River Near Jonesville
|
548cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Pine Mountain State Park
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Martins Fork Cabin
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Gibson Gap
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