Mud River MPS 51 - Lake Malone Dam
Kentucky — Muhlenberg County — MUD RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Muhlenberg |
| River | MUD RIVER |
| Coordinates | 37.08153, -87.03290 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Height | 56 ft |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| NID Storage | 31,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 31,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 826 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | March 18, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1961 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY |
| Other Name | Lake Malone |
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.