Kytc Bioretention Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Kytc Bioretention Dam in Fort Wright, Kentucky, is a state-regulated structure designed by Viox & Viox, Inc.


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Summary

It was completed in 2010 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. This earth dam stands at 44 feet high and spans a length of 380 feet, providing a storage capacity of 41.16 acre-feet.

Located in Kenton County, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the KY Division of Water and has a high hazard potential. Despite this, its condition assessment is satisfactory, ensuring its effectiveness in managing flood risks in the area. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has a moderate risk rating, making it a critical piece of infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor.

With its strategic location and impressive design, the Kytc Bioretention Dam serves as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts in Kentucky. Its state-regulated status and high hazard potential underscore the importance of its maintenance and monitoring. For those passionate about water resources and climate resilience, this dam represents a key structure in safeguarding communities against the impacts of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

2010

Dam Length

380

Dam Height

44

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.19

Nid Storage

41.16

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.