Mcenroe Oil Company Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcenroe Oil Company Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00542 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ELLEN M. BANKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcenroe Oil Company Dam?
Mcenroe Oil Company 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 Mcenroe Oil Company Dam?
Mcenroe Oil Company Dam is owned by ELLEN M. BANKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcenroe Oil Company Dam built?
Mcenroe Oil Company Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Mcenroe Oil Company Dam?
Mcenroe Oil Company 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 Mcenroe Oil Company Dam?
Mcenroe Oil Company Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Mcenroe Oil Company Dam last inspected?
Mcenroe Oil Company Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.