Nf Little River Mps 4b
Key Takeaway
Nf Little River Mps 4b is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 45 ft (taller than 80.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 78 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00176 |
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 HOPKINSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nf Little River Mps 4b?
Nf Little River Mps 4b 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b?
Nf Little River Mps 4b is owned by CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nf Little River Mps 4b built?
Nf Little River Mps 4b was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b?
Nf Little River Mps 4b serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nf Little River Mps 4b?
Nf Little River Mps 4b has a dam height of 45 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b last inspected?
Nf Little River Mps 4b was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.