Wiser Oil Res No 3
Key Takeaway
Wiser Oil Res No 3 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 66.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00573 |
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
BUFORD PROFFITT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiser Oil Res No 3?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 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 Wiser Oil Res No 3?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 is owned by BUFORD PROFFITT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiser Oil Res No 3 built?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Wiser Oil Res No 3?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wiser Oil Res No 3?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 has a dam height of 36 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 Wiser Oil Res No 3 last inspected?
Wiser Oil Res No 3 was last inspected on November 17, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.