Taylorsville Dam
Kentucky — Spencer County — SALT RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Spencer |
| River | SALT RIVER |
| Coordinates | 38.00410, -85.30750 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 162 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 1,280 ft |
| NID Storage | 291,670 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 291,670 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,050 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 15, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1983 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Louisville District |
| Other Name | Taylorsville 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.