Norfleet Dam

TR-LICK CREEK· Breckinridge, Kentucky· Built 1950· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Norfleet Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY)
Dam Length780 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDKY00560

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 12, 2007
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

DAVID MACKEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Norfleet Dam?

Norfleet Dam 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 Norfleet Dam?

Norfleet Dam is owned by DAVID MACKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Norfleet Dam built?

Norfleet Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Norfleet Dam?

Norfleet Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Norfleet Dam?

Norfleet Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Norfleet Dam last inspected?

Norfleet Dam was last inspected on July 12, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.