Mud River FRS 42
Key Takeaway
Mud River FRS 42 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 864 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00350 |
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
Mud River WSCD
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Mud River FRS No 43
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 18 ftMud River FRS 44
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 18 ftMud River FRS No 45
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 18 ftBig Muddy Creek FRS 4
Logan, KY
Low Hazard 33 ftBill Greer Dam
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 50 ftBig Muddy Creek FRS No 2
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 30 ftMud River FRS No 34
Logan, KY
Low Hazard 31 ftBig Muddy Creek FRS No 3
Butler, KY
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mud River FRS 42?
Mud River FRS 42 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 Mud River FRS 42?
Mud River FRS 42 is owned by Mud River WSCD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mud River FRS 42 built?
Mud River FRS 42 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Mud River FRS 42?
Mud River FRS 42 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mud River FRS 42?
Mud River FRS 42 has a dam height of 26 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.