Green River Lock and Dam 3

Kentucky — Ohio County — Green River

Location

StateKentucky
CountyOhio
RiverGreen River
Coordinates37.21382, -86.90006

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length410 ft
NID Storage40,070 acre-ft
Max Storage40,070 acre-ft
Surface Area2,209 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNo
Last InspectionAugust 21, 2025
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1836
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeOther
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerRochester Dam Regional Water Commission
Other NameRochester Dam

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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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