Module No. 7
Key Takeaway
Module No. 7 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 72.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 704 acre-ft |
| NID ID | KY83575 |
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
CH Development
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Module No. 7?
Module No. 7 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 Module No. 7?
Module No. 7 is owned by CH Development (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Module No. 7?
Module No. 7 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Module No. 7?
Module No. 7 has a dam height of 40 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.