Shaw Creek Detention Basin
Key Takeaway
Shaw Creek Detention Basin is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 16.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01223 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Shaw Creek Detention Basin?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shaw Creek Detention Basin?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin is owned by CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shaw Creek Detention Basin built?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Shaw Creek Detention Basin?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin 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 Shaw Creek Detention Basin?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin has a dam height of 22 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 Shaw Creek Detention Basin last inspected?
Shaw Creek Detention Basin was last inspected on January 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.