Whipps Mill Rd Dry Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyJefferson
Nearest CityST. MATTHEWS
River/StreamBEARGRASS CREEK
Coordinates38.25990, -85.58443

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRoller-Compacted Concrete
NID Height21 ft
Dam Height21 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage613 acre-ft
Max Storage613 acre-ft
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerLOUISVILLE METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/24/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY01165
Federal IDKY01165
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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