Ensign Bickford Dam
Key Takeaway
Ensign Bickford Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 9.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01121 |
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
ENSIGN-BICKFORD INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ensign Bickford Dam?
Ensign Bickford 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 Ensign Bickford Dam?
Ensign Bickford Dam is owned by ENSIGN-BICKFORD INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ensign Bickford Dam built?
Ensign Bickford Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Ensign Bickford Dam?
Ensign Bickford 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 Ensign Bickford Dam?
Ensign Bickford Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Ensign Bickford Dam last inspected?
Ensign Bickford Dam was last inspected on September 22, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.