Mcalpine Locks And Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyJefferson
Nearest CityLOUISVILLE
River/StreamOHIO RIVER
Coordinates38.28186, -85.78250

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height50 ft
Dam Length9,100 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage525,260 acre-ft
Max Storage525,260 acre-ft
Normal Storage407,500 acre-ft
Surface Area18,840 acres
Drainage Area91,170 sq mi
Max Discharge116,000 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeNavigation
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/14/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY03034
Federal IDKY03034
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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