Riney Park Storm Detention
Key Takeaway
Riney Park Storm Detention is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 1.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01230 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Riney Park Storm Detention
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Riney Park Storm Detention?
Riney Park Storm Detention 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 Riney Park Storm Detention?
Riney Park Storm Detention is owned by Riney Park Storm Detention (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Riney Park Storm Detention built?
Riney Park Storm Detention was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Riney Park Storm Detention?
Riney Park Storm Detention 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 Riney Park Storm Detention?
Riney Park Storm Detention has a dam height of 14 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 Riney Park Storm Detention last inspected?
Riney Park Storm Detention was last inspected on October 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.