Taylorsville Dam

Kentucky — Spencer County — SALT RIVER

Location

StateKentucky
CountySpencer
RiverSALT RIVER
Coordinates38.00410, -85.30750

Physical Characteristics

NID Height162 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length1,280 ft
NID Storage291,670 acre-ft
Max Storage291,670 acre-ft
Surface Area3,050 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 15, 2024
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1983
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeRockfill
Owner TypeFederal
OwnerUSACE - Louisville District
Other NameTaylorsville Lake

Location Map

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.

Back to All Dams More Dams in Kentucky