Jim Beam No 3

TR-WILSON CREEK· Nelson, Kentucky· Built 1981· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Jim Beam No 3 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 14.7% in KY)
Dam Length1,060 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage182 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDKY01007

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: June 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

JIM BEAM DISTILLERY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jim Beam No 3?

Jim Beam No 3 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 Jim Beam No 3?

Jim Beam No 3 is owned by JIM BEAM DISTILLERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jim Beam No 3 built?

Jim Beam No 3 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Jim Beam No 3?

Jim Beam No 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jim Beam No 3?

Jim Beam No 3 has a dam height of 21 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 Jim Beam No 3 last inspected?

Jim Beam No 3 was last inspected on June 6, 2017. 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.