Campbellsburg Dam
Key Takeaway
Campbellsburg Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00005 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CAROLYN HAZELWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Campbellsburg Dam?
Campbellsburg Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Campbellsburg Dam?
Campbellsburg Dam is owned by CAROLYN HAZELWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Campbellsburg Dam built?
Campbellsburg Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Campbellsburg Dam?
Campbellsburg 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 Campbellsburg Dam?
Campbellsburg Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Campbellsburg Dam last inspected?
Campbellsburg Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.