Sander Spring Branch Str #5
Key Takeaway
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 78.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00150 |
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
Fort Knox
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sander Spring Branch Str #5?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 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 Sander Spring Branch Str #5?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 is owned by Fort Knox (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sander Spring Branch Str #5 built?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sander Spring Branch Str #5?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sander Spring Branch Str #5?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 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 Sander Spring Branch Str #5 last inspected?
Sander Spring Branch Str #5 was last inspected on May 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.