Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond
Key Takeaway
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | KY05013 |
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 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash 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 Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond is owned by TVA (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond built?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash 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 Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond has a dam height of 18 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 Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond last inspected?
Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash Pond was last inspected on January 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.