Rotary Scouts Dam

TRIB SKAGGS CK.· Barren, Kentucky· Built 1993· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rotary Scouts 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 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDKY01096

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: June 30, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

ROTARY SCOUTS RES FOUNDATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rotary Scouts Dam?

Rotary Scouts 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 Rotary Scouts Dam?

Rotary Scouts Dam is owned by ROTARY SCOUTS RES FOUNDATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rotary Scouts Dam built?

Rotary Scouts 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 Rotary Scouts Dam?

Rotary Scouts 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 Rotary Scouts Dam?

Rotary Scouts Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Rotary Scouts Dam last inspected?

Rotary Scouts Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2016. 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.