Cynthiana Impoundment

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHarrison
Nearest CityCYNTHIANA
River/StreamSOUTH FORK LICKING RIVER
Coordinates38.38349, -84.29695

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height10 ft
Dam Height10 ft
Dam Length190 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage260 acre-ft
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area65 acres
Drainage Area604 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF CYNTHIANA
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection10/23/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00318
Federal IDKY00318
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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