Crystal Lake Dam No 2 is a privately owned structure located in Coons Branch, Kenton, Kentucky, along Banklick Creek.
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Built in 1980, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 48 feet and stretches 330 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other," with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the condition assessment is not rated, the dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2011.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Crystal Lake Dam No 2 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite the lack of specific information on the dam's condition assessment, emergency action plan, and risk management measures, the structure is deemed to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not undergone significant modifications or associated structures. With its location in a picturesque setting and its vital role in water resource management, Crystal Lake Dam No 2 stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in safeguarding water resources and adapting to the challenges posed by climate change.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
330 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
BANKLICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.1 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
48 |