Ku Ghent Gypsum Stack in Kentucky is a privately owned structure regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water.
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Built in 1994 by Fuller, Mossbaiger, Scott and May, this gypsum stack stands at a height of 130 feet with a length of 6000 feet, providing a storage capacity of 4720 acre-feet and covering an area of 88 acres. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and features an uncontrolled spillway type.
With a hazard potential rated as high, the Ku Ghent Gypsum Stack has undergone satisfactory condition assessments, with the last inspection conducted in June 2017. The risk assessment for this structure is moderate, with a DSAC (Dam Safety Action Classification) of 3. Located in Carroll County, Kentucky, this gypsum stack presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and regulation of industrial waste containment structures.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
6000 |
Dam Height |
130 |
River Or Stream |
OFF STREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Other |
Surface Area |
88 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
4720 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
130 |
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