Kentucky River Lock And Dam 3
Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Owen |
| Nearest City | GEST |
| River/Stream | KENTUCKY |
| Coordinates | 38.41659, -84.88009 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 503 ft |
| Year Completed | 1844 (182 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 19,580 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 19,580 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 9,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5,983 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,500 cfs |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Navigation |
| Owner | Commonwealth of Kentucky |
| Owner Type | State |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 09/06/2024 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |