Newport Waterworks Road Detention Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyCampbell
Nearest CityNewport
Coordinates39.09475, -84.46890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length290 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage36 acre-ft
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF NEWPORT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection04/03/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY01236
Federal IDKY01236
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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