Kincaid Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Kincaid Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 66 ft (taller than 89.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 179 acres |
| Drainage Area | 31 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00036 |
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 Kincaid Creek Dam?
Kincaid Creek Dam 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 Kincaid Creek Dam?
Kincaid Creek Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kincaid Creek Dam built?
Kincaid Creek Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Kincaid Creek Dam?
Kincaid Creek 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 Kincaid Creek Dam?
Kincaid Creek Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Kincaid Creek Dam last inspected?
Kincaid Creek Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.