Long Run Farm

LONG RUN, FLOYDS FORK· Shelby, Kentucky· Built 1997· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Long Run Farm is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY)
Dam Length345 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDKY01145

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 11, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

LONG RUN LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Long Run Farm?

Long Run Farm 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 Long Run Farm?

Long Run Farm is owned by LONG RUN LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Long Run Farm built?

Long Run Farm was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Long Run Farm?

Long Run Farm 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 Long Run Farm?

Long Run Farm has a dam height of 25 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 Long Run Farm last inspected?

Long Run Farm was last inspected on January 11, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.