Dams in Ballard County, Kentucky
4Total Dams
0High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Ballard County, Kentucky
Ballard County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams.
The average dam in Ballard County is 55 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is William L Shadoan Dam at 43 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William L Shadoan Dam | Low | Not Rated | 43 | Recreation | 1979 |
| Humphrey Clanton Creek Frs No 3a | Low | Not Rated | 29 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1969 |
| Humphrey-clanton Creek Frs 2 | Low | Satisfactory | 23 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1965 |
| Humphrey Clanton Creek Frs No 5 | Low | Not Rated | 21 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1971 |