Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 35 ft (taller than 63.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00093 |
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
BEAM GLOBAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club 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 Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam is owned by BEAM GLOBAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam built?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club 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 Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam last inspected?
Bullitt County Sportsmens Club Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.