Valley Creek Frs 3

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyHardin
Nearest CityELIZABETHTOWN
River/StreamNOLIN RIVER
Coordinates37.70867, -85.82760

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height46 ft
Dam Height46 ft
Dam Length1,400 ft
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,070 acre-ft
Max Storage2,070 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerCITY OF ELIZABETHTOWN
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection06/13/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00284
Federal IDKY00284
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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