Green River Lock And Dam 3

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateKentucky
CountyOhio
Nearest CityRochester Kentucky
River/StreamGreen River
Coordinates37.21382, -86.90006

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeOther
NID Height27 ft
Dam Length410 ft
Year Completed1836 (190 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage40,070 acre-ft
Max Storage40,070 acre-ft
Normal Storage13,254 acre-ft
Surface Area2,209 acres
Drainage Area6,142 sq mi
Max Discharge9,000 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerRochester Dam Regional Water Commission
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection08/21/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDKY03004
Federal IDKY03004
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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