Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2 dam
Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2
Kentucky River Lock and Dam 2, located in Gratz, Henry County, Kentucky, was completed in 1839 and is managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. This timber crib dam serves primarily for navigation purposes on the Kentucky River, providing recreational opportunities as well. With a structural height of 34 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, the dam spans 438 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 10,550 acre-feet.
The dam has a low hazard potential but is categorized as having a high flood risk (2). To mitigate this risk, the USACE continually monitors the dam's condition, prioritizes maintenance activities, and collaborates with local emergency managers to develop emergency action plans and evacuation procedures. Despite its risk level, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting downstream areas from flooding, showcasing the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of climate variability and severe weather events.
As an integral part of the Kentucky River's infrastructure, Kentucky River Lock and Dam 2 exemplifies the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience. The USACE's proactive risk management measures, including regular inspections, maintenance, and community engagement, ensure the dam's functionality and safety, highlighting the critical role that sustainable water infrastructure plays in safeguarding communities and ecosystems in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky River At Lock 2 At Lockport | 2,470 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest | 909 cfs | → |
| Elkhorn Creek Near Frankfort | 114 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 4 At Frankfort | 814 cfs | → |
| Eagle Creek At Glencoe | 344 cfs | → |
| Eagle Creek At Sadieville | 208 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2.
Boat launches
- 1st Street, Carrollton
- Lafayette Street, Vevay
- Grange Drive 1412, La Grange
- Craigs Creek Boat Ramp
- Hinton Sadieville Road Sadieville
- Great Crossing Walking Path Scott County
Track Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2
Where does the data for Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Kentucky River Lock And Dam 2.