Plum Creek FRS No 17
Key Takeaway
Plum Creek FRS No 17 is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 67.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00335 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SPENCER COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Plum Creek FRS No 17?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Plum Creek FRS No 17?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 is owned by SPENCER COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Plum Creek FRS No 17 built?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Plum Creek FRS No 17?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 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 Plum Creek FRS No 17?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 has a dam height of 37 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 Plum Creek FRS No 17 last inspected?
Plum Creek FRS No 17 was last inspected on December 6, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.