Dix River Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Mercer |
| Nearest City | HIGH BRIDGE |
| River/Stream | DIX RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.78552, -84.70390 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| NID Height | 287 ft |
| Dam Height | 287 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 320,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 320,000 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,940 acres |
| Drainage Area | 439 sq mi |
| Spillway Type | Controlled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Owner | KENTUCKY UTILITIES COMPANY |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 10/02/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |