McAlpine Locks and Dam

Kentucky — Jefferson County

Location

StateKentucky
CountyJefferson
Coordinates38.28186, -85.78250

Physical Characteristics

NID Height50 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length9,100 ft
NID Storage525,260 acre-ft
Max Storage525,260 acre-ft
Surface Area18,840 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP Status
Last Inspection
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1964
Primary PurposeNavigation
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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