Lake Vega
Kentucky — Madison County — Muddy Creek
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Madison |
| River | Muddy Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.70167, -84.21667 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 48 ft |
| Dam Height | 48 ft |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,840 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,840 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | November 24, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1943 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | Blue Grass Army Depot |
| Other Name | Lake Vega |
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.