Nolin River Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyEdmonson
Nearest CityKYROCK
River/StreamNOLIN RIVER
Coordinates37.27714, -86.24702

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height167 ft
Dam Length980 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage609,400 acre-ft
Max Storage609,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage170,140 acre-ft
Surface Area5,790 acres
Drainage Area703 sq mi
Max Discharge48,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/07/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY03011
Federal IDKY03011
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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