Paris Spears Mill Impoundment
Key Takeaway
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 1.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 111 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 151 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00308 |
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 Spears Mill Impoundment?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment 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 Spears Mill Impoundment?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment is owned by CITY OF PARIS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paris Spears Mill Impoundment built?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Spears Mill Impoundment?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment 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 Spears Mill Impoundment?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment 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 Paris Spears Mill Impoundment last inspected?
Paris Spears Mill Impoundment was last inspected on July 3, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.