Holt Dam

TR-BUFFALO CREEK· Nelson, Kentucky· Built 1958· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holt Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY)
Dam Length480 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDKY00616

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: March 21, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

FRANKLIN DE LA CRUZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holt Dam?

Holt 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 Holt Dam?

Holt Dam is owned by FRANKLIN DE LA CRUZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holt Dam built?

Holt Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Holt Dam?

Holt Dam 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 Holt Dam?

Holt Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Holt Dam last inspected?

Holt Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2013. 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.