Minerich Dam

Madison, Kentucky· Built 2001· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Minerich Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDKY01178

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: February 14, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ROBERT MINERICH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Minerich Dam?

Minerich 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 Minerich Dam?

Minerich Dam is owned by ROBERT MINERICH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Minerich Dam built?

Minerich Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Minerich Dam?

Minerich 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 Minerich Dam?

Minerich Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Minerich Dam last inspected?

Minerich Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2017. 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.