Thomas Lakes (Lower) Dam
Kentucky — Owen County — NORTH SEVERN CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Owen |
| River | NORTH SEVERN CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.52200, -84.84940 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| NID Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 25, 2016 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1940 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF OWENTON |
| Other Name | Thomas Lake (Lower) |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.