Cave Run Dam

Kentucky — Bath County

Location

StateKentucky
CountyBath
Coordinates38.11761, -83.53268

Physical Characteristics

NID Height148 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length2,700 ft
NID Storage614,100 acre-ft
Max Storage614,100 acre-ft
Surface Area8,270 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1965
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam Type—
Owner Type—
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District

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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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