Charles Mitchell Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 740 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00537 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WILLIAM B. HARRIGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Mitchell Farm Dam?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Charles Mitchell Farm Dam?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam is owned by WILLIAM B. HARRIGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Mitchell Farm Dam built?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Charles Mitchell Farm Dam?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Charles Mitchell Farm Dam?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Charles Mitchell Farm Dam last inspected?
Charles Mitchell Farm Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.