Fordsville Lake Dam
Kentucky — Ohio County — ADAMS FORK (WEST)
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Ohio |
| River | ADAMS FORK (WEST) |
| Coordinates | 37.63865, -86.71088 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | March 19, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF FORDSVILLE |
| Other Name | Fordsville Reservoir |
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.