Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13
Key Takeaway
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is navigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 77.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2,784 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01205 |
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 & Dam 13?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 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 & Dam 13?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 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 & Dam 13 built?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 & Dam 13?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 serves the following purposes: Navigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 has a dam height of 43 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 Lock & Dam 13 last inspected?
Kentucky River Lock & Dam 13 was last inspected on August 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.