Sam Nally Dam
Key Takeaway
Sam Nally Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 78.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 436 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00511 |
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
FRED NALLY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sam Nally Dam?
Sam Nally 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 Sam Nally Dam?
Sam Nally Dam is owned by FRED NALLY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sam Nally Dam built?
Sam Nally Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Sam Nally Dam?
Sam Nally 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 Sam Nally Dam?
Sam Nally Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Sam Nally Dam last inspected?
Sam Nally Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.