Taylorsville Lake
Lake in Kentucky, United States / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Taylorsville Lake is a 3,050-acre (1,230 ha) artificial lake or reservoir located mainly in Spencer County, Kentucky.[1] As of 12/19/21 Taylorsville Lake has become a hotspot for migrating ducks. According to Central KY Waterfowlers the lake is currently holding a record number of waterfowl. It has been estimated over 20,000 ducks have been harvested in 3 days. Construction by the United States Army Corps of Engineers started in 1974, and flooding began in 1983. The total cost of the lake was $103 million. It is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km) long. Backwater areas of the lake are also located in Nelson County and Anderson County.
Taylorsville Lake | |
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Location | Spencer County, Kentucky |
Coordinates | 37°59′40″N 85°14′18″W |
Type | artificial lake |
Primary inflows | Salt River |
Primary outflows | Salt River |
Basin countries | United States |
Max. length | 18.5 mi (29.8 km) |
Surface area | 3,050 acres (12.3 km2) |
Surface elevation | 542 ft (165 m) |
The dam is located on the Salt River, and it is estimated that it has prevented more than $129 million in flood damages since it became operational. The lake is named for Taylorsville, the county seat of Spencer County, and today serves as a major economic source for Spencer County, as well as a popular fishing area. Taylorsville Lake State Park occupies a portion of the lake's northern shore.[1]