Anderson Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Anderson Lake Dam, located in Haynes Station, Kentucky, is a privately owned structure built in 1975 for recreational purposes along Panther Creek.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 1840 feet, with a storage capacity of 845.6 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring it meets state inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements.
The dam's uncontrolled spillway type and moderate risk assessment suggest a need for ongoing risk management measures and emergency preparedness. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its last inspection in 2005 highlighted the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With its scenic location and surface area of 56 acres, Anderson Lake Dam provides opportunities for outdoor recreation while also serving as a critical water resource in the region.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's stakeholders are encouraged to review and update their emergency action plan to meet state guidelines and ensure effective response protocols. With its historical significance and role in water management, Anderson Lake Dam serves as a key example of how private ownership and state regulation can work together to protect and preserve valuable water resources in Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1840 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
PANTHER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
56 |
Drainage Area |
0.49 |
Nid Storage |
845.6 |
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.
Anderson Lake Dam