Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1
Key Takeaway
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 33.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00627 |
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
GARY CLAPP
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 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 Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 is owned by GARY CLAPP (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 built?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 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 Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 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 Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 last inspected?
Snake Lick Creek Structure No 1 was last inspected on August 5, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.