Jim Saylor Dam

TR-BEECH CREEK· Shelby, Kentucky· Built 1977· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jim Saylor 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 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY)
Dam Length287 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26 acre-ft
Normal Storage24 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDKY00783

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: January 4, 2008
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

JIM SAYLOR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jim Saylor Dam?

Jim Saylor 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 Jim Saylor Dam?

Jim Saylor Dam is owned by JIM SAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jim Saylor Dam built?

Jim Saylor 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 Jim Saylor Dam?

Jim Saylor 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 Jim Saylor Dam?

Jim Saylor Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Saylor Dam last inspected?

Jim Saylor Dam was last inspected on January 4, 2008. 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.