Orville Miller Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Orville Miller Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 72.8% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00946 |
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
ROBERT W. MILLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orville Miller Lake Dam?
Orville Miller Lake 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 Orville Miller Lake Dam?
Orville Miller Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT W. MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orville Miller Lake Dam built?
Orville Miller Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Orville Miller Lake Dam?
Orville Miller Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Orville Miller Lake Dam?
Orville Miller Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Orville Miller Lake Dam last inspected?
Orville Miller Lake Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.