Kentucky River Lock and Dam 3
Kentucky — Owen County — KENTUCKY
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Owen |
| River | KENTUCKY |
| Coordinates | 38.41659, -84.88009 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 503 ft |
| NID Storage | 19,580 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 19,580 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,220 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 6, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1844 |
| Primary Purpose | Navigation |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Commonwealth of Kentucky |
Location Map
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.