Kentucky River Lock & Dam No. 11

Kentucky, Estill County, Kentucky

Location

StateKentucky
CountyEstill
RiverKentucky
Coordinates37.78436, -84.10328

Physical Characteristics

NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length260 ft
NID Storage6,900 acre-ft
Max Storage-
Surface Area579 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJune 10, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1906
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam Type-
Owner TypeState
OwnerCommonwealth of Kentucky
Other NameKentucky River Lock & Dam 11

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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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