Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a
Key Takeaway
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 46.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 3,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00268 |
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
BALLARD COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a 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 Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a is owned by BALLARD COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a built?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a has a dam height of 29 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 Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a last inspected?
Humphrey Clanton Creek FRS No 3a was last inspected on January 11, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.