Valley Creek FRS 3
Kentucky — Hardin County — NOLIN RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Hardin |
| River | NOLIN RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.70867, -85.82760 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Height | 46 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 2,070 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 2,070 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | June 13, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1972 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN |
| Other Name | Trooper 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.