Silver Beach Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Maple Leaf Dam Lake Washburn
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Silver Beach Lake Dam in Kentucky is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and stretches 375 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. Located in Ohio County, Kentucky, the dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential, Silver Beach Lake Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been rated for its current condition. The last inspection in 2009 highlighted the need for a moderate level of risk management measures, suggesting that ongoing maintenance and monitoring are essential to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the dam's stability.
With its picturesque setting and importance for recreational activities, Silver Beach Lake Dam stands as a vital part of the local water resource infrastructure in Kentucky. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management can appreciate the balance between human enjoyment and the need for responsible stewardship to safeguard the dam's integrity and prevent any adverse impacts on the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
28 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Caney Creek Near Horse Branch
|
49cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
3160cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
4020cfs |
Ohio River At Cannelton Dam At Cannelton
|
49000cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
57cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Silver Beach Lake Dam