Caney Creek FRS 12

Kentucky — Grayson County — CANEY CREEK

Location

StateKentucky
CountyGrayson
RiverCANEY CREEK
Coordinates37.44722, -86.61766

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height27 ft
Dam Length1,080 ft
NID Storage2,288 acre-ft
Max Storage2,288 acre-ft
Surface Area72 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionApril 16, 2025
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1971
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCANEY CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Other NameRichland Lake

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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.

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