Toyota Dam
Key Takeaway
Toyota Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01134 |
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
TOYOTA MANUFACTURING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Toyota Dam?
Toyota 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 Toyota Dam?
Toyota Dam is owned by TOYOTA MANUFACTURING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Toyota Dam built?
Toyota Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Toyota Dam?
Toyota Dam 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 Toyota Dam?
Toyota Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Toyota Dam last inspected?
Toyota Dam was last inspected on June 30, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.