Sanders Spring Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Sanders Spring Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 67.7% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00509 |
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 RADCLIFF
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sanders Spring Reservoir?
Sanders Spring Reservoir 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 Sanders Spring Reservoir?
Sanders Spring Reservoir is owned by CITY OF RADCLIFF (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanders Spring Reservoir built?
Sanders Spring Reservoir was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Sanders Spring Reservoir?
Sanders Spring Reservoir 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 Sanders Spring Reservoir?
Sanders Spring Reservoir has a dam height of 37 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 Sanders Spring Reservoir last inspected?
Sanders Spring Reservoir was last inspected on November 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.