Kentucky River Dam No 10
Key Takeaway
Kentucky River Dam No 10 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 67.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 9.0K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3,955 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01170 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kentucky River Dam No 10?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kentucky River Dam No 10?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kentucky River Dam No 10 built?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Kentucky River Dam No 10?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 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 Kentucky River Dam No 10?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 has a dam height of 37 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 Kentucky River Dam No 10 last inspected?
Kentucky River Dam No 10 was last inspected on June 14, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.