Kentucky Water Ski Center
Key Takeaway
Kentucky Water Ski Center is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01116 |
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
KENNY L. SALTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kentucky Water Ski Center?
Kentucky Water Ski Center 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 Water Ski Center?
Kentucky Water Ski Center is owned by KENNY L. SALTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kentucky Water Ski Center built?
Kentucky Water Ski Center was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Water Ski Center?
Kentucky Water Ski Center 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 Kentucky Water Ski Center?
Kentucky Water Ski Center has a dam height of 25 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 Water Ski Center last inspected?
Kentucky Water Ski Center was last inspected on January 23, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.