South (Sed. Stm Water)
Key Takeaway
South (Sed. Stm Water) is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 23.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | KY82304 |
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
Fort Campbell
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of South (Sed. Stm Water)?
South (Sed. Stm Water) 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 South (Sed. Stm Water)?
South (Sed. Stm Water) is owned by Fort Campbell (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South (Sed. Stm Water) built?
South (Sed. Stm Water) was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 South (Sed. Stm Water)?
South (Sed. Stm Water) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South (Sed. Stm Water)?
South (Sed. Stm Water) has a dam height of 24 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 South (Sed. Stm Water) last inspected?
South (Sed. Stm Water) was last inspected on August 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.