Firebrook No 1

SOUTH ELKHORN CREEK· Fayette, Kentucky· Built 1988· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Firebrook No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 16.8% in KY)
Dam Length750 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDKY01061

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: November 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

FIREBROOK HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Firebrook No 1?

Firebrook No 1 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 Firebrook No 1?

Firebrook No 1 is owned by FIREBROOK HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Firebrook No 1 built?

Firebrook No 1 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Firebrook No 1?

Firebrook No 1 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 Firebrook No 1?

Firebrook No 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Firebrook No 1 last inspected?

Firebrook No 1 was last inspected on November 16, 2017. 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.