Carr Creek Dam

Knott County, Kentucky (near VICCO)

River/Stream: CARR CREEK

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
132 ft
Dam Length
720 ft
Reservoir Storage
47,700 acre-ft
Year Completed
1975
Primary Purpose
Flood Risk Reduction
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
87,800 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2023-07-31

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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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.