William K Plucknett Dam
Key Takeaway
William K Plucknett Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 37.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00785 |
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
WILLIAM K PLUCKNETT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William K Plucknett Dam?
William K Plucknett 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 William K Plucknett Dam?
William K Plucknett Dam is owned by WILLIAM K PLUCKNETT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William K Plucknett Dam built?
William K Plucknett Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 William K Plucknett Dam?
William K Plucknett 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 William K Plucknett Dam?
William K Plucknett 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 William K Plucknett Dam last inspected?
William K Plucknett Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.