Des Islet Dam
Kentucky — Union County — HIGHLAND CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Union |
| River | HIGHLAND CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.62281, -87.85519 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 83 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Camp Mauzy 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.