Poer Dam

TR-TWIN CREEK· Estill, Kentucky· Built 1966· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Poer Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDKY00580

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: March 4, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ARTHUR WARNKE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Poer Dam?

Poer 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 Poer Dam?

Poer Dam is owned by ARTHUR WARNKE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Poer Dam built?

Poer Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Poer Dam?

Poer 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 Poer Dam?

Poer Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Poer Dam last inspected?

Poer Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2005. 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.