Somerset Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Somerset Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 16.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00129 |
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
MR. J. S. IKERD
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Somerset Reservoir Dam?
Somerset Reservoir Dam 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 Somerset Reservoir Dam?
Somerset Reservoir Dam is owned by MR. J. S. IKERD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Somerset Reservoir Dam built?
Somerset Reservoir Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Somerset Reservoir Dam?
Somerset Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Somerset Reservoir Dam?
Somerset Reservoir Dam 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 Somerset Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Somerset Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.