Melody Lake Dam
Low HazardNot Rated ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Nelson |
| Nearest City | GETHSEMANE |
| River/Stream | MONKS CREEK |
| Coordinates | 37.68250, -85.48389 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Owner | MELODY LAKE INC |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 11/04/2013 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |