Corum Dam

STRAIGHT CREEK· Bell, Kentucky· Built 1969· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Corum Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 72.8% in KY)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage21 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDKY00431

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 9, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

DR JAMES CORUM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Corum Dam?

Corum 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 Corum Dam?

Corum Dam is owned by DR JAMES CORUM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Corum Dam built?

Corum Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Corum Dam?

Corum 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 Corum Dam?

Corum Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Corum Dam last inspected?

Corum Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.