Dorthae Dam
Kentucky — Laurel County — LAUREL RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Laurel |
| River | LAUREL RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.00177, -84.10052 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| NID Storage | 508 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 508 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 31, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1926 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | LAUREL COUNTY WATER DISTRICT #2 |
| Other Name | Dorthae 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.