Owens Creek FRS F2
Key Takeaway
Owens Creek FRS F2 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00638 |
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
CITY OF PROVIDENCE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Owens Creek FRS F2?
Owens Creek FRS F2 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 Owens Creek FRS F2?
Owens Creek FRS F2 is owned by CITY OF PROVIDENCE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Owens Creek FRS F2 built?
Owens Creek FRS F2 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Owens Creek FRS F2?
Owens Creek FRS F2 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 Owens Creek FRS F2?
Owens Creek FRS F2 has a dam height of 34 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 Owens Creek FRS F2 last inspected?
Owens Creek FRS F2 was last inspected on June 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.