Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 69.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00514 |
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
HUGH L. GRUNDY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam?
Hugh L Grundy Farm 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 Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam?
Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam is owned by HUGH L. GRUNDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam built?
Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam?
Hugh L Grundy Farm 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 Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam?
Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam last inspected?
Hugh L Grundy Farm Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.