Cannelton Locks And Dam

Significant HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHancock
Nearest CityCANNELTON IND
River/StreamOHIO RIVER
Coordinates37.89706, -86.70317

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height62 ft
Dam Length2,280 ft
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage954,400 acre-ft
Max Storage954,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage633,000 acre-ft
Surface Area22,760 acres
Drainage Area97,000 sq mi
Max Discharge127,000 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeNavigation
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection06/26/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY03058
Federal IDKY03058
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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