Dams in Mercer County, Kentucky
7Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Mercer County, Kentucky
Mercer County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 2 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Mercer County is 78 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Dix River Dam at 287 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dix River Dam | High | Satisfactory | 287 | Hydroelectric | 1925 |
| E.w. Brown Auxiliary Ash Pond | High | Satisfactory | 112 | Other | 2006 |
| Anderson Farm Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 41 | Recreation | 1965 |
| Kentucky River Lock & Dam 6 | Low | Fair | 34 | Navigation | 1891 |
| Earl Dean Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 27 | Other | 1948 |
| Jim Brown Lake | Low | Not Rated | 25 | Recreation | 1972 |
| Kentucky River Lock & Dam No. 7 | Low | Satisfactory | 24 | Navigation | 1926 |