Kentucky River Lock & Dam 8
Kentucky — Jessamine County — KENTUCKY RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Jessamine |
| River | KENTUCKY RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.74568, -84.58706 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Height | 31 ft |
| Dam Length | 309 ft |
| NID Storage | 14,020 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 14,020 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1900 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Kentucky River Lock & Dam 8 |
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.