Mason CO Landfill Dam

MIDDLE RUN CREEK· Mason, Kentucky· Built 2005· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mason CO Landfill Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDKY01196

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: May 2, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

MASON COUNTY FISCAL COURT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mason CO Landfill Dam?

Mason CO Landfill 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 Mason CO Landfill Dam?

Mason CO Landfill Dam is owned by MASON COUNTY FISCAL COURT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mason CO Landfill Dam built?

Mason CO Landfill Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Mason CO Landfill Dam?

Mason CO Landfill Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mason CO Landfill Dam?

Mason CO Landfill Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Mason CO Landfill Dam last inspected?

Mason CO Landfill Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2006. 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.