Caney Creek Frs 6

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyGrayson
Nearest CitySPRING LICK
River/StreamCANEY CREEK
Coordinates37.44129, -86.49809

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length660 ft
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,497 acre-ft
Max Storage1,497 acre-ft
Normal Storage148 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCANEY CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection04/16/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00204
Federal IDKY00204
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

Nearby Dams

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