Laurel Creek Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyMcCreary
Nearest CityCUMBERLAND FALLS STATE PARK
River/StreamMARSH CREEK
Coordinates36.69294, -84.44343

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height43 ft
Dam Height43 ft
Dam Length360 ft
Year Completed1987 (39 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,900 acre-ft
Max Storage1,900 acre-ft
Normal Storage710 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMCCREARY COUNTY WATER DISTRICT
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/31/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00328
Federal IDKY00328
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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