Green River Lock and Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Green River Lock and Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is navigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 908 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 62.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,764 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9,183 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KY03002 |
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
USACE - Louisville District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Green River Lock and Dam 1?
Green River Lock and Dam 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 Green River Lock and Dam 1?
Green River Lock and Dam 1 is owned by USACE - Louisville District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green River Lock and Dam 1 built?
Green River Lock and Dam 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Green River Lock and Dam 1?
Green River Lock and Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Navigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Green River Lock and Dam 1 last inspected?
Green River Lock and Dam 1 was last inspected on August 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.