Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond
Key Takeaway
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 797 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 325 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | KY05007 |
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
TVA
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 8 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond 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 Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond is owned by TVA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond built?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond 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 Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond last inspected?
Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe Pond was last inspected on January 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.