LITTLE KY RIVER MPS 1

Kentucky — Henry County — LITTLE KENTUCKY RIVER

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHenry
RiverLITTLE KENTUCKY RIVER
Coordinates38.44639, -85.28139

Physical Characteristics

NID Height66 ft
Dam Height66 ft
Dam Length910 ft
NID Storage8,920 acre-ft
Max Storage8,920 acre-ft
Surface Area137 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionSeptember 4, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1967
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerHENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Other NameLake Jericho

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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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