Upper Tradewater FRS No 5
Key Takeaway
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 61.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 485 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 105 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01024 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UPPER TRADEWATER RIVER C D
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Tradewater FRS No 5?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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 5?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 is owned by UPPER TRADEWATER RIVER C D (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 built?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 5?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 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 5?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 has a dam height of 34 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 5 last inspected?
Upper Tradewater FRS No 5 was last inspected on March 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.