Melody Lake Dam
Kentucky — Nelson County — MONKS CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Nelson |
| River | MONKS CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.68250, -85.48389 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| NID Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | November 4, 2013 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | MELODY LAKE INC |
| Other Name | Melody 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.