Mud River Mps No 6a
Key Takeaway
Mud River Mps No 6a is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 69 ft (taller than 91.1% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 970 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 244 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00345 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF RUSSELLVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mud River Mps No 6a?
Mud River Mps No 6a is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mud River Mps No 6a?
Mud River Mps No 6a is owned by CITY OF RUSSELLVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mud River Mps No 6a built?
Mud River Mps No 6a was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Mps No 6a?
Mud River Mps No 6a 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 Mps No 6a?
Mud River Mps No 6a has a dam height of 69 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 Mps No 6a last inspected?
Mud River Mps No 6a was last inspected on January 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.