Jb Marston Dam

GRIFFIN BRANCH· Scott, Kentucky· Built 1974· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jb Marston Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage63 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDKY00926

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: May 1, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ERNEST COOK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jb Marston Dam?

Jb Marston 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 Jb Marston Dam?

Jb Marston Dam is owned by ERNEST COOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jb Marston Dam built?

Jb Marston Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Jb Marston Dam?

Jb Marston 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 Jb Marston Dam?

Jb Marston Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Jb Marston Dam last inspected?

Jb Marston Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2012. 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.