Renfro Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyRockcastle
Nearest CityRENFRO VALLEY
River/StreamLITTLE RENFRO CREEK
Coordinates37.38439, -84.33519

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height72 ft
Dam Height72 ft
Dam Length1,100 ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage6,107 acre-ft
Normal Storage6,107 acre-ft
Surface Area373 acres
Drainage Area15 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerKENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/20/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY00101
Federal IDKY00101
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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