Ol Alexander Dam
Key Takeaway
Ol Alexander Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 2.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00525 |
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
AIRDIRE ANNEX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ol Alexander Dam?
Ol Alexander 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 Ol Alexander Dam?
Ol Alexander Dam is owned by AIRDIRE ANNEX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ol Alexander Dam built?
Ol Alexander Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Ol Alexander Dam?
Ol Alexander Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ol Alexander Dam?
Ol Alexander Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ol Alexander Dam last inspected?
Ol Alexander Dam was last inspected on July 8, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.