River Proc.Coal Silt Str-S.Campbell B, located in Kryton, Kentucky, is a private earth dam completed in 1972 for the primary purpose of debris control on the Sam Campbell Branch.
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With a dam height of 31 feet and a length of 222 feet, it has a storage capacity of 53 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.53 square miles. The dam has a high hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks. While the condition assessment is not available, the risk management measures and emergency action plan status are also unknown. With its strategic location and function in debris control, River Proc.Coal Silt Str-S.Campbell B plays a crucial role in water resource management in Perry County, Kentucky.
As a key infrastructure for mitigating debris in the Sam Campbell Branch, River Proc.Coal Silt Str-S.Campbell B serves as a vital component in the overall water resource and climate management efforts in the region. The dam's construction and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight the importance of collaboration between private owners and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of water control structures. Further monitoring and assessment of the dam's condition and risk management measures will be essential in maintaining its functionality and safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
222 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
Sam Campbell Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.53 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Trace Branch - Buckhorn Lake
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Gays Creek Campground
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Buckhorn Dam Rec Area - Buckhorn Lake
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