Wilson Wyatt Dam
Key Takeaway
Wilson Wyatt Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00639 |
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
JAY GORDON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wilson Wyatt Dam?
Wilson Wyatt 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 Wilson Wyatt Dam?
Wilson Wyatt Dam is owned by JAY GORDON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wilson Wyatt Dam built?
Wilson Wyatt Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Wilson Wyatt Dam?
Wilson Wyatt Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wilson Wyatt Dam?
Wilson Wyatt Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Wilson Wyatt Dam last inspected?
Wilson Wyatt Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.