Eckerson Dam

TR-EAGLE CREEK· Grant, Kentucky· Built 1965· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eckerson 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 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKY00534

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: June 15, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ED BRILL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eckerson Dam?

Eckerson 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 Eckerson Dam?

Eckerson Dam is owned by ED BRILL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eckerson Dam built?

Eckerson 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 Eckerson Dam?

Eckerson 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 Eckerson Dam?

Eckerson Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Eckerson Dam last inspected?

Eckerson Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2005. 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.