Paradise Fossil Plant - Red Water Pond #3, located in Drakesboro, Kentucky, is a federally owned structure managed by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).
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This flood risk reduction dam, completed in 1991, stands at a height of 12 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet. It serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the offstream of the Green River, showcasing a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
With a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet, the dam spans a length of 1776 feet and features an uncontrolled spillway type. Despite not being state regulated, inspected, or enforced upon, the TVA maintains the structure, ensuring its safety and functionality. The dam's design by TVA includes an earth core with stone foundations, contributing to its stability. Although the condition assessment is not available, the risk management measures and emergency action plan details are yet to be fully disclosed, reflecting the ongoing efforts to enhance preparedness and safety protocols for this critical water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
1776 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
GREEN RIVER - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
13 |
Green River At Paradise
|
1800cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
34cfs |
Caney Creek Near Horse Branch
|
34cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2220cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Barren River At Bowling Green
|
552cfs |