Wellington Park Dam

SOUTH FORK ELKHORN CREEK· Fayette, Kentucky· Built 2000· Earth· 18 ft tall

High Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Wellington Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. 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	18 ft (taller than 6.5% in KY)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	390 acre-ft

Drainage Area	1 sq mi
Year Completed	2000 (26 years old)
NID ID	KY01173

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: May 29, 2024

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

LEXINGTON FAYETTE URBAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wellington Park Dam?

Wellington Park 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 Wellington Park Dam?

Wellington Park Dam is owned by LEXINGTON FAYETTE URBAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wellington Park Dam built?

Wellington Park Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Wellington Park Dam?

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

How tall is Wellington Park Dam?

Wellington Park Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Wellington Park Dam last inspected?

Wellington Park Dam was last inspected on May 29, 2024. 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.