Eagle Lake Dam

ROLLING FORK· Nelson, Kentucky· Built 1960· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eagle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.4% in KY)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage270 acre-ft
Normal Storage203 acre-ft
Surface Area27 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDKY00261

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

JIM BEAM DISTILLERY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam is owned by JIM BEAM DISTILLERY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Eagle Lake Dam built?

Eagle Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Eagle Lake Dam?

Eagle Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Eagle Lake Dam last inspected?

Eagle Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.