4Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Russell County, Kentucky
Russell County has 4 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life.
The average dam in Russell County is 68 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Wolf Creek Dam at 258 ft.
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| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolf Creek Dam | High | Not assessed | 258 | Hydroelectric | 1951 |
| Clifton Antle Farm Dam | Low | Not assessed | 27 | Recreation | 1955 |
| Mcclure Dam | Low | Not assessed | 23 | Recreation | 1958 |
| Leo Reader Dam | Low | Not assessed | 23 | Recreation | 1967 |