Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam
Key Takeaway
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 100 ft (taller than 93.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 9,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00928 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOUISVILLE GAS & ELECTRIC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam is owned by LOUISVILLE GAS & ELECTRIC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam built?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam has a dam height of 100 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 Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam last inspected?
Lg & E Trimble Cnty Sta Ash Dam was last inspected on June 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.