Renfro Dam
Kentucky — Rockcastle County — LITTLE RENFRO CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Rockcastle |
| River | LITTLE RENFRO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.38439, -84.33519 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| NID Storage | 6,107 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | — |
| Surface Area | 373 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 20, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1968 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET |
| Other Name | Lake Linville |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.