LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1
Key Takeaway
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 910 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 137 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00061 |
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
HENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 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 LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 is owned by HENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 built?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 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 LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 last inspected?
LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1 was last inspected on August 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.