Vance Mills Lake Dam B
Key Takeaway
Vance Mills Lake Dam B is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 83.2% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 540 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00911 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MS. MARIE MILLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vance Mills Lake Dam B?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Vance Mills Lake Dam B?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B is owned by MS. MARIE MILLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vance Mills Lake Dam B built?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Vance Mills Lake Dam B?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B 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 Vance Mills Lake Dam B?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B has a dam height of 50 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 Vance Mills Lake Dam B last inspected?
Vance Mills Lake Dam B was last inspected on January 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.