Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4
Key Takeaway
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 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 | 35 ft (taller than 63.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00574 |
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
BRETAGNE
Private
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Low HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 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 Reservoir No 4?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 is owned by BRETAGNE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 built?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 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 Reservoir No 4?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 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 Reservoir No 4?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 has a dam height of 35 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 Reservoir No 4 last inspected?
Wiser Oil Reservoir No 4 was last inspected on November 14, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.