Vance Mills Lake Dam B Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Vance Mills Lake Dam B, also known as Mills Lake B, is a private earth dam located in Laurel County, Kentucky.
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Summary
Constructed in 1980, this dam stands at a height of 50 feet and has a length of 800 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 390 acre-feet. The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities on the 21.3-acre surface area.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Vance Mills Lake Dam B is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has a significant hazard potential and was assessed to be in fair condition during its last inspection in January 2017. In the event of an emergency, the dam does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, but overall risk assessment is moderate.
Situated along Robinson Creek in the city of McHargue, Vance Mills Lake Dam B provides a picturesque and tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy nature and water recreation. With its controlled spillway and private ownership, this dam serves as a vital resource for the local community while also posing potential risks that require careful monitoring and management.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
50 |
River Or Stream |
ROBINSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.18 |
Nid Storage |
540 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynn Camp Creek At Corbin
|
34cfs |
Goose Creek At Manchester
|
87cfs |
Rockcastle River At Billows
|
290cfs |
Cumberland River At Williamsburg
|
1210cfs |
Cumberland River At Cumberland Falls
|
1410cfs |
Clear Fork At Saxton
|
180cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Vance Mills Lake Dam B