River Coal Saw Branch No.2 Dam

Perry County, Kentucky (near Engle)

River/Stream: Saw Brancn

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
47 ft
Dam Length
170 ft
Reservoir Storage
15 acre-ft
Year Completed
1972
Primary Purpose
Debris Control
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
11 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not Available

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
KY00640
State
Kentucky (KY)
Coordinates
37.38408, -83.29592
Age
54 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.