Panbowl Lake
Kentucky — Breathitt County — N. FORK KENTUCKY RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Breathitt |
| River | N. FORK KENTUCKY RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.55836, -83.36963 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 6,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 98 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | June 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET |
| Other Name | Jackson Breathitt 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.