Paradise Fossil Plant - Peabody Fly Ash Pond & Stilling Pond
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky (near DRAKESBORO)
River/Stream: JACOB'S CREEK - OFFSTREAM
Significant Hazard
Failure could cause economic loss or disruption
Key Facts
Condition Assessment
Not AvailableLast inspected: 2025-06-19
Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.
Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.
Location
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Quick Stats
- NID ID
- KY05012
- State
- Kentucky (KY)
- Coordinates
- 37.24100, -86.97800
- Age
- 29 years
Nearby Dams
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Air Preheater Wash PondLow
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Gypsum Scrubber Sludge ImpoundmentSignificant
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Red Water Pond #3Low
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Red Water Pond 1Low
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Slag Stilling PondSignificant
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Slag Areas 2a & 2bSignificant
- Paradise Fossil Plant - Coal Wash Fines Pond 2 Stilling PondLow
- Paradise Combined Cycle Plant - Horseshoe PondLow
External Resources
Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.