Elmer Davis Lake Dam
Kentucky — Owen County — SEVERN CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Owen |
| River | SEVERN CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.49528, -84.88222 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| NID Storage | 4,650 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 4,650 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 149 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | September 6, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Elmer Davis 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.