Upper Tradewater FRS No 11
Key Takeaway
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 55.9% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00290 |
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
CHRISTIAN COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Local Government
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Upper Tradewater FRS No 11?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 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 Upper Tradewater FRS No 11?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 is owned by CHRISTIAN COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 built?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Upper Tradewater FRS No 11?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 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 Upper Tradewater FRS No 11?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 has a dam height of 32 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 Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 last inspected?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 11 was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.