Dams in Bell County, Kentucky
10Total Dams
7High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Bell County, Kentucky
Bell County has 10 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 7 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Bell County is 75 years old. The most common purpose is water supply. The tallest dam is Arjay Slurry Impoundment at 355 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arjay Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 355 | Water Supply | |
| Little Camp Slurry Impoundment | High | Not Available | 320 | Water Supply | |
| Stoney Fork Slurry Dam | High | Not Available | 264 | Water Supply | |
| Betsie Branch Refuse Impoundment | High | Not Available | 191 | Tailings | |
| Cannon Creek Dam | High | Poor | 125 | Water Supply | 1972 |
| Fern Lake Dam | High | Fair | 53 | Water Supply | 1890 |
| Chenoa Lake Dam | High | Fair | 43 | Recreation | 1953 |
| Corum Dam | Low | Fair | 40 | Recreation | 1969 |
| Corum Dam Ii | Low | Fair | 36 | Recreation | 1957 |
| Pine Mountain State Park Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 20 | Recreation | 1960 |