Pj Mitchell Dam

SOUTH FORK LAWRENCE CREEK· Mason, Kentucky· Built 1966· Earth· 23 ft tall

Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pj Mitchell Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height	23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY)
Dam Length	500 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	150 acre-ft
Normal Storage	80 acre-ft

Surface Area	9 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1966 (60 years old)
NID ID	KY00770

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: December 14, 2005

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

WILLIAM CONWAY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pj Mitchell Dam?

Pj Mitchell 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 Pj Mitchell Dam?

Pj Mitchell Dam is owned by WILLIAM CONWAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pj Mitchell Dam built?

Pj Mitchell Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Pj Mitchell Dam?

Pj Mitchell 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 Pj Mitchell Dam?

Pj Mitchell Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Pj Mitchell Dam last inspected?

Pj Mitchell Dam was last inspected on December 14, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.