Cornette Dam dam
Cornette Dam
Cornette Dam, also known as Cornette Lake, is a privately owned earth dam located in Lee County, Kentucky. Constructed in 1967 by the Soil Conservation Service, this recreational dam stands at 28 feet high and spans 295 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 21.6 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.2 acres, Cornette Dam serves as a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities in the scenic surroundings of TR-ELK CREEK.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Cornette Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. Despite its modest size, Cornette Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors alike, while also contributing to the overall water resource management in the area.
Located in the Louisville District and overseen by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Cornette Dam offers a tranquil setting for fishing, boating, and other water activities. While its primary purpose is recreation, the dam also serves as a vital water resource within the region. With its picturesque surroundings and well-maintained facilities, Cornette Dam continues to be a beloved destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to enjoy the beauty of Kentucky's natural landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cornette Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky River At Lock 14 At Heidelberg | 357 cfs | → |
| Sturgeon Creek At Cressmont | 3 cfs | → |
| South Fork Kentucky River At Booneville | 78 cfs | → |
| Middle Fork Kentucky River At Tallega | 50 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 12 Near Irvine | · | → |
| North Fork Kentucky River At Jackson | 180 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cornette Dam.
Boat launches
- Ky 399 Heidelberg
- Water Street Beattyville
- Jackson Road Beattyville
- Natural Bridge Road Powell County
- Main Street Irvine
- Boat Ramp Road Wolfe County
Campgrounds
- Turkey Foot Campground Free
- Turkey Foot Campground
- Turkey Foot Rec Area
- Natural Bridge State Park
- Koomer Ridge Rec Area
- Koomer Ridge Campground
Fishing spots
- Muskie Bend Fishing Site
- Windy Bay Fishing Site
- Shallow Flats Wildlife Viewing Area
- Ramey Creek Fishing Site
- Long Bend Fishing Site
- Fishing Point
Track Cornette Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cornette Dam
Where does the data for Cornette Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Cornette Dam.