Red Lick Creek MPS 1
Key Takeaway
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 55 ft (taller than 86.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 152 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00769 |
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
Berea Municipal Utilities
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Red Lick Creek MPS 1?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 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 MPS 1?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 is owned by Berea Municipal Utilities (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Lick Creek MPS 1 built?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 MPS 1?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Lick Creek MPS 1?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 has a dam height of 55 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 MPS 1 last inspected?
Red Lick Creek MPS 1 was last inspected on January 31, 2024. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.