Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam

Kentucky — Jefferson County — BEARGRASS CREEK

Location

StateKentucky
CountyJefferson
RiverBEARGRASS CREEK
Coordinates38.25990, -85.58443

Physical Characteristics

NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
NID Storage613 acre-ft
Max Storage613 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionNovember 24, 2025
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1999
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRoller-Compacted Concrete
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerLOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT
Other NameWhipps Mill Rd Dry 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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