Red Lick Creek FRS 5
Key Takeaway
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 61 ft (taller than 88.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 623 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01005 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RED LICK CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Red Lick Creek FRS 5?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Red Lick Creek FRS 5?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 is owned by RED LICK CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Lick Creek FRS 5 built?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Red Lick Creek FRS 5?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 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 Red Lick Creek FRS 5?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 has a dam height of 61 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 Red Lick Creek FRS 5 last inspected?
Red Lick Creek FRS 5 was last inspected on January 31, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.