Middle Lake Carnico Dam
Kentucky — Nicholas County — HINKSTON CREEK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Nicholas |
| River | HINKSTON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.34352, -84.03613 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| NID Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | December 15, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | NICHOLAS COUNTY FISCAL COURT |
| Other Name | Carnico Lake (Middle) |
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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.