Harbor Village Dam

NORTH FORK ELKHORN CREEK· Scott, Kentucky· Built 1989· Earth· 33 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harbor Village Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 59.2% in KY)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage385 acre-ft
Normal Storage196 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDKY01075

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 13, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

THE CADLE COMPANY OF KENTUCKY, INC

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harbor Village Dam?

Harbor Village Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Harbor Village Dam?

Harbor Village Dam is owned by THE CADLE COMPANY OF KENTUCKY, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harbor Village Dam built?

Harbor Village Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Harbor Village Dam?

Harbor Village 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 Harbor Village Dam?

Harbor Village Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Harbor Village Dam last inspected?

Harbor Village Dam was last inspected on September 13, 2023. 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.