Morehead Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Morehead Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 76.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | KY01250 |
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
Morehead Farms LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morehead Farms Dam?
Morehead Farms 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 Morehead Farms Dam?
Morehead Farms Dam is owned by Morehead Farms LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Morehead Farms Dam?
Morehead Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morehead Farms Dam?
Morehead Farms Dam has a dam height of 42 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.