Ky River Lock & Dam 5
Key Takeaway
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1844 and is 182 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 66.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 594 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 17.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 5,225 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1844 (182 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01198 |
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 Ky River Lock & Dam 5?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 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 Ky River Lock & Dam 5?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 is owned by COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ky River Lock & Dam 5 built?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 was completed in 1844, making it 182 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 Ky River Lock & Dam 5?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 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 Ky River Lock & Dam 5?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 has a dam height of 36 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 Ky River Lock & Dam 5 last inspected?
Ky River Lock & Dam 5 was last inspected on August 16, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.