Mt Washington Dam
Key Takeaway
Mt Washington Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00254 |
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
JEFFERSON COUNTY SPORTSMEN CLUB
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mt Washington Dam?
Mt Washington 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 Mt Washington Dam?
Mt Washington Dam is owned by JEFFERSON COUNTY SPORTSMEN CLUB (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mt Washington Dam built?
Mt Washington Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Mt Washington Dam?
Mt Washington 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 Mt Washington Dam?
Mt Washington Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Mt Washington Dam last inspected?
Mt Washington Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.