Pineridge Fish Farm
Key Takeaway
Pineridge Fish Farm is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 49% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00437 |
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
MRS. RAY PITMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pineridge Fish Farm?
Pineridge Fish Farm 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 Pineridge Fish Farm?
Pineridge Fish Farm is owned by MRS. RAY PITMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pineridge Fish Farm built?
Pineridge Fish Farm 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 Pineridge Fish Farm?
Pineridge Fish Farm serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pineridge Fish Farm?
Pineridge Fish Farm has a dam height of 30 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 Pineridge Fish Farm last inspected?
Pineridge Fish Farm was last inspected on February 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.