Huber Dam

TR-GUIST CREEK· Shelby, Kentucky· Built 1977· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Huber Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY)
Dam Length257 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDKY00780

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: October 2, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

JIM & LUCINDA KAUFMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Huber Dam?

Huber 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 Huber Dam?

Huber Dam is owned by JIM & LUCINDA KAUFMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Huber Dam built?

Huber Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Huber Dam?

Huber 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 Huber Dam?

Huber Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Huber Dam last inspected?

Huber Dam was last inspected on October 2, 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.