Olive Hill Reservoir Dam
Kentucky — Carter County — PERRY BRANCH
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Carter |
| River | PERRY BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 38.31205, -83.21319 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Height | 47 ft |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| NID Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 340 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | February 17, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1957 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF OLIVE HILL |
| Other Name | Olive Hill Reservoir |
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.