Half Mile Dam
Key Takeaway
Half Mile Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 545 ft (taller than 99.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| NID ID | KY83527 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bledsoe Coal Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Half Mile Dam?
Half Mile Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Half Mile Dam?
Half Mile Dam is owned by Bledsoe Coal Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Half Mile Dam?
Half Mile Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Half Mile Dam?
Half Mile Dam has a dam height of 545 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.