Sam Nally Dam

Kentucky, Washington County, TR-SHORT CREEK

Location

StateKentucky
CountyWashington
RiverTR-SHORT CREEK
Coordinates37.74639, -85.33278

Physical Characteristics

NID Height44 ft
Dam Height44 ft
Dam Length436 ft
NID Storage92 acre-ft
Max Storage-
Surface Area6 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionMay 14, 2026
Inspection Frequency1

Dam Information

Year Completed1963
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerDaniel & Dakota Nally;John & Jeanette Nally
Other NameNally Lake

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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.

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