Lowry Dam

TR-FLOYDS FORK· Jefferson, Kentucky· Built 1968· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lowry Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 63.7% in KY)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDKY00601

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: November 14, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

EDWIN LOWRY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lowry Dam?

Lowry Dam 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 Lowry Dam?

Lowry Dam is owned by EDWIN LOWRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lowry Dam built?

Lowry Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lowry Dam?

Lowry 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 Lowry Dam?

Lowry Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Lowry Dam last inspected?

Lowry Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2007. 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.