Spooky Hollow (lower)dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyNelson
Nearest CityBOSTON
River/StreamLICK CREEK
Coordinates37.80667, -85.61056

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height19 ft
Dam Height19 ft
Dam Length520 ft
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage160 acre-ft
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSPOOKY HOLLOW INC
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection06/11/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00079
Federal IDKY00079
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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