Buckeye Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Buckeye Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 300 ft (taller than 96.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 16.1K acre-ft |
| NID ID | KY83518 |
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
Blue Diamond Coal Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Buckeye Creek Dam?
Buckeye Creek 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 Buckeye Creek Dam?
Buckeye Creek Dam is owned by Blue Diamond Coal Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Buckeye Creek Dam?
Buckeye Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buckeye Creek Dam?
Buckeye Creek Dam has a dam height of 300 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.