Walker Dam
Key Takeaway
Walker Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 692 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 444 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00002 |
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
FRANK BOGGESS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walker Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Dam?
Walker Dam is owned by FRANK BOGGESS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walker Dam built?
Walker Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Walker Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Dam last inspected?
Walker Dam was last inspected on February 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.