Bloomfield City Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Bloomfield City Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00982 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF BLOOMFIELD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bloomfield City Park Dam?
Bloomfield City Park Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bloomfield City Park Dam?
Bloomfield City Park Dam is owned by CITY OF BLOOMFIELD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bloomfield City Park Dam built?
Bloomfield City Park Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Bloomfield City Park Dam?
Bloomfield City Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bloomfield City Park Dam?
Bloomfield City Park Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Bloomfield City Park Dam last inspected?
Bloomfield City Park Dam was last inspected on January 18, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.