Valley Creek Frs 12

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHardin
Nearest CityELIZABETHTOWN
River/StreamNOLIN RIVER
Coordinates37.69719, -85.84546

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height37 ft
Dam Height37 ft
Dam Length3,000 ft
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,570 acre-ft
Max Storage2,570 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection06/13/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDKY00177
Federal IDKY00177
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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