Hillview Farms Dam

DRY CREEK· Caldwell, Kentucky· Built 2014· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Hillview Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY)
Dam Length2,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage275 acre-ft
Normal Storage216 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2014 (12 years old)
NID IDKY01221

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: April 4, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

TREVOR GILKEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hillview Farms Dam?

Hillview Farms 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 Hillview Farms Dam?

Hillview Farms Dam is owned by TREVOR GILKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hillview Farms Dam built?

Hillview Farms Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Hillview Farms Dam?

Hillview Farms 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 Hillview Farms Dam?

Hillview Farms Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hillview Farms Dam last inspected?

Hillview Farms Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2014. 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.