Paris Lower City Dam
Key Takeaway
Paris Lower City Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 127 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 584 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 584 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 111 acres |
| Drainage Area | 182 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00311 |
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
CITY OF PARIS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Paris Lower City Dam?
Paris Lower City 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 Paris Lower City Dam?
Paris Lower City Dam is owned by CITY OF PARIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paris Lower City Dam built?
Paris Lower City Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Paris Lower City Dam?
Paris Lower City 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 Paris Lower City Dam?
Paris Lower City Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Paris Lower City Dam last inspected?
Paris Lower City Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.