James C Harris Dam
Kentucky — Lincoln County — DIX RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Lincoln |
| River | DIX RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.46194, -84.69514 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,432 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,432 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 20, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1989 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF STANFORD |
| Other Name | Stanford Reservoir (New) |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.