Mud River FRS No 24
Key Takeaway
Mud River FRS No 24 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00325 |
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
LOGAN COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mud River FRS No 24?
Mud River FRS No 24 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 No 24?
Mud River FRS No 24 is owned by LOGAN COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mud River FRS No 24 built?
Mud River FRS No 24 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 No 24?
Mud River FRS No 24 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 No 24?
Mud River FRS No 24 has a dam height of 30 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 Mud River FRS No 24 last inspected?
Mud River FRS No 24 was last inspected on March 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.