Lake Vega

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyMadison
Nearest CityElliston
River/StreamMuddy Creek
Coordinates37.70167, -84.21667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height48 ft
Dam Height48 ft
Dam Length890 ft
Year Completed1943 (83 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,840 acre-ft
Max Storage1,840 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,840 acre-ft
Surface Area140 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerBlue Grass Army Depot
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection11/24/2020
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY00028
Federal IDKY00028
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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