Dams in Floyd County, Kentucky
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Dam Safety in Floyd County, Kentucky
Floyd County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 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 Floyd County is 65 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is Butler Branch Refuse Disposal Facility at 195 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Branch Refuse Disposal Facility | High | Not Available | 195 | Tailings | |
| Tom Hollow Refuse Disposal Facility | High | Not Available | 132 | Tailings | |
| Dewey Dam - Brandykeg Dike | High | Not Available | 41 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1950 |
| George Brown Dam | High | Poor | 29 | Recreation | 1972 |