Scenic Lake Dam
Kentucky — Henderson County — OHIO RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Henderson |
| River | OHIO RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.87810, -87.56229 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 359 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 359 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | July 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1950 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Scenic Lake |
Location Map
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.