Kentucky Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyLivingston
Nearest CityCALVERT CITY
River/StreamTENNESSEE RIVER
Coordinates37.01250, -88.27011

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height206 ft
Dam Height206 ft
Dam Length8,422 ft
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage7,535,400 acre-ft
Max Storage7,535,400 acre-ft
Normal Storage6,127,470 acre-ft
Surface Area160,300 acres
Drainage Area40,200 sq mi
Max Discharge775,000 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerTVA
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection10/23/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY05017
Federal IDKY05017
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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