Dr Bertram Dam
Key Takeaway
Dr Bertram Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00502 |
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
ERNIE CAPARILLI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dr Bertram Dam?
Dr Bertram 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 Dr Bertram Dam?
Dr Bertram Dam is owned by ERNIE CAPARILLI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr Bertram Dam built?
Dr Bertram Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Dr Bertram Dam?
Dr Bertram 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 Dr Bertram Dam?
Dr Bertram Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Dr Bertram Dam last inspected?
Dr Bertram Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.