LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam
Key Takeaway
LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 77 ft (taller than 92.3% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 7,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00927 |
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
LG&E and KU Energy, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam?
LG&E Mill Creek Station 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 LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam?
LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam is owned by LG&E and KU Energy, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam built?
LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam?
LG&E Mill Creek Station 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 LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam?
LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam has a dam height of 77 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 LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam last inspected?
LG&E Mill Creek Station Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.