Slurry Lake 04i
Key Takeaway
Slurry Lake 04i is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 86 ft (taller than 92.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 3,280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| NID ID | KY83484 |
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
Rough Creek Mining, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Slurry Lake 04i?
Slurry Lake 04i 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 Slurry Lake 04i?
Slurry Lake 04i is owned by Rough Creek Mining, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Slurry Lake 04i?
Slurry Lake 04i serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slurry Lake 04i?
Slurry Lake 04i has a dam height of 86 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.