Dix River Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyMercer
Nearest CityHIGH BRIDGE
River/StreamDIX RIVER
Coordinates37.78552, -84.70390

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height287 ft
Dam Height287 ft
Dam Length1,700 ft
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage320,000 acre-ft
Max Storage320,000 acre-ft
Normal Storage230,500 acre-ft
Surface Area2,940 acres
Drainage Area439 sq mi
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeHydroelectric
OwnerKENTUCKY UTILITIES COMPANY
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/02/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY00316
Federal IDKY00316
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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