Woodford Sportsman Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodford Sportsman Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 277 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00524 |
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
WOODFORD SPORTSMAN CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodford Sportsman Dam?
Woodford Sportsman 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 Woodford Sportsman Dam?
Woodford Sportsman Dam is owned by WOODFORD SPORTSMAN CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodford Sportsman Dam built?
Woodford Sportsman Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Woodford Sportsman Dam?
Woodford Sportsman 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 Woodford Sportsman Dam?
Woodford Sportsman Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Woodford Sportsman Dam last inspected?
Woodford Sportsman Dam was last inspected on February 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.