Vast Wood Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Vast Wood Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00548 |
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
HANCOCK COUNTY FISCAL COURT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Vast Wood Park Dam?
Vast Wood Park 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 Vast Wood Park Dam?
Vast Wood Park Dam is owned by HANCOCK COUNTY FISCAL COURT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vast Wood Park Dam built?
Vast Wood Park Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Vast Wood Park Dam?
Vast Wood Park 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 Vast Wood Park Dam?
Vast Wood Park Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Vast Wood Park Dam last inspected?
Vast Wood Park Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.