Lake Sympson Dam
Kentucky, Nelson County, BUFFALO CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Nelson |
| River | BUFFALO CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.80667, -85.50944 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Height | 73 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,030 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,590 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,590 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 151 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 24, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Lake Sympson |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.