Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 85.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00781 |
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
LARRY DUVALL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam?
Kenspar Mining Tailings 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 Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam?
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam is owned by LARRY DUVALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam built?
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam?
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam?
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam last inspected?
Kenspar Mining Tailings Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.