Dams in Rowan County, Kentucky
3Total Dams
2High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Rowan County, Kentucky
Rowan County has 3 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. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Rowan County is 67 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Lake Lewman at 47 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Lewman | High | Fair | 47 | Recreation | 1967 |
| Clements Lake Dam | High | Poor | 44 | Recreation | 1950 |
| Morehead Farms Dam | Low | Not Rated | 42 | Irrigation |