Youree Dam
Key Takeaway
Youree 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 | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 219 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00789 |
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
E. TWYMAN YOUREE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Youree Dam?
Youree 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 Youree Dam?
Youree Dam is owned by E. TWYMAN YOUREE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Youree Dam built?
Youree 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 Youree Dam?
Youree 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 Youree Dam?
Youree 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 Youree Dam last inspected?
Youree Dam was last inspected on November 12, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.