Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3

Muhlenberg, Kentucky· Earth· 65 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 65 ft (taller than 89.3% in KY)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage439 acre-ft
NID IDKY83595

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Kentucky Land Resources Inc.

Private

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Slurry Impoundment Cfd-1

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Significant Hazard 30 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3?

Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3 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 Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3?

Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3 is owned by Kentucky Land Resources Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3?

Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3?

Slurry Impoundment Cfd-3 has a dam height of 65 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.

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.