Rivergreen Dam

DRAKES CREEK· Warren, Kentucky· Built 1993· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rivergreen Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 5% in KY)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDKY01117

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: August 22, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

MR. JIM SCAGGS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rivergreen Dam?

Rivergreen 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 Rivergreen Dam?

Rivergreen Dam is owned by MR. JIM SCAGGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rivergreen Dam built?

Rivergreen Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Rivergreen Dam?

Rivergreen Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rivergreen Dam?

Rivergreen Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Rivergreen Dam last inspected?

Rivergreen Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2013. 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.