Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1839 and is 187 years old. Its primary use is navigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Length | 462 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 25.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,310 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,956 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1839 (187 years old) |
| NID ID | KY03013 |
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
Commonwealth of Kentucky
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1?
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 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 Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1?
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 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 Lock and Dam 1 built?
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 was completed in 1839, making it 187 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 Lock and Dam 1?
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Navigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 last inspected?
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 1 was last inspected on October 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.