Green River Lock and Dam 3

Ohio County, Kentucky (near Rochester Kentucky)

River/Stream: Green River

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Other
Height
27 ft
Dam Length
410 ft
Reservoir Storage
40,070 acre-ft
Year Completed
1836
Primary Purpose
Water Supply
Owner Type
Local Government
Max Discharge
9,000 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2025-08-21

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

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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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.