Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam
Key Takeaway
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 14.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Roller-Compacted Concrete |
| Max Storage | 613 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01165 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam is owned by LOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam built?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry 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 Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam last inspected?
Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.