Gaines Lake Dam
Kentucky — Harlan County — TRIB-POOR FORK CUMBERLAND RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Harlan |
| River | TRIB-POOR FORK CUMBERLAND RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.89215, -83.32642 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| NID Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | SUNNY GAINS |
| Other Name | Gaines Lake |
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.