Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam
Key Takeaway
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 53.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | KY01236 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF NEWPORT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam?
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam?
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam is owned by CITY OF NEWPORT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam?
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam 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 Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam?
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam last inspected?
Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.