English Dam

TRIB. HARRODS CK· Oldham, Kentucky· Built 1990· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

English Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 69.5% in KY)
Dam Length370 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDKY01080

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 23, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

HERBERT T. ENGLISH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of English Dam?

English 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 English Dam?

English Dam is owned by HERBERT T. ENGLISH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was English Dam built?

English Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 English Dam?

English Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is English Dam?

English Dam has a dam height of 38 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 English Dam last inspected?

English Dam was last inspected on May 23, 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.