Ravenna

Kentucky River· Estill, Kentucky· Built 1910· 95 ft tall
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Ravenna is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 95 ft (taller than 93% in KY)
Dam Length240 ft
Normal Storage3.5K acre-ft
Surface Area345 acres
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDKY01204

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: September 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

Kentucky River Authority

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ravenna?

Ravenna 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 Ravenna?

Ravenna is owned by Kentucky River Authority (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ravenna built?

Ravenna was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Ravenna?

Ravenna has a dam height of 95 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 Ravenna last inspected?

Ravenna was last inspected on September 13, 2017. 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.