Kingdom Come State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Kingdom Come State Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00578 |
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 Kingdom Come State Park Dam?
Kingdom Come State Park 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 Kingdom Come State Park Dam?
Kingdom Come State Park Dam is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kingdom Come State Park Dam built?
Kingdom Come State Park Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Kingdom Come State Park Dam?
Kingdom Come State Park 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 Kingdom Come State Park Dam?
Kingdom Come State Park Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Kingdom Come State Park Dam last inspected?
Kingdom Come State Park Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.