Carr Creek Dam

Kentucky — Knott County — CARR CREEK

Location

StateKentucky
CountyKnott
RiverCARR CREEK
Coordinates37.23003, -83.03349

Physical Characteristics

NID Height132 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length720 ft
NID Storage47,700 acre-ft
Max Storage47,700 acre-ft
Surface Area710 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 31, 2023
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1975
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Other NameCarr Creek Lake

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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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