Buechel Basin #3
Key Takeaway
Buechel Basin #3 is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 3,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01229 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buechel Basin #3?
Buechel Basin #3 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Buechel Basin #3?
Buechel Basin #3 is owned by LOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buechel Basin #3 built?
Buechel Basin #3 was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Buechel Basin #3?
Buechel Basin #3 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Buechel Basin #3?
Buechel Basin #3 has a dam height of 10 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 Buechel Basin #3 last inspected?
Buechel Basin #3 was last inspected on March 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.