Millersburg Dam

HINKSTON CREEK· Bourbon, Kentucky· Concrete· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Millersburg Dam is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 1.7% in KY)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Drainage Area40 sq mi
Year Modified1996
NID IDKY01049

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 22, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

CITY OF MILLERSBURG

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Millersburg Dam?

Millersburg Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Millersburg Dam?

Millersburg Dam is owned by CITY OF MILLERSBURG (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Millersburg Dam?

Millersburg Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Millersburg Dam?

Millersburg Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Millersburg Dam last inspected?

Millersburg Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.