Dams in Marshall County, Kentucky
5Total Dams
3High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Marshall County, Kentucky
Marshall County has 5 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 3 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 3 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Marshall County is 58 years old. The most common purpose is flood risk reduction. The tallest dam is East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a at 38 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a | High | Unsatisfactory | 38 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1969 |
| East Fork Clarks River Frs No 32 | High | Poor | 22 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1962 |
| East Fork Clarks River Frs No 33 | High | Poor | 21 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1963 |
| West Fork Clarks River Frs No 13a | Low | Fair | 30 | Flood Risk Reduction | 1968 |
| Jack Baker Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 25 | Recreation | 1976 |