Gault Eastpoint LLC Dam, located in Jefferson County, Kentucky, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1998.
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This dam, also known as Gault Eastpoint Dam, has a height of 20 feet and a length of 400 feet, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. Situated on an unnamed tributary of Chenoweth Run, this dam serves a primary purpose that is categorized as 'Other', with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Operated and regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, Gault Eastpoint LLC Dam is subject to state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's spillway type is listed as 'Uncontrolled', and it has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite being classified with a moderate risk level, the dam has not had an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated, raising concerns about its readiness in case of an emergency. With its location in a populated area and a drainage area of 0.52 square miles, continued monitoring and maintenance of Gault Eastpoint LLC Dam are crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB. CHENOWETH RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.52 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |