Tom Wallace Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateKentucky
CountyJefferson
Nearest CityFAIRDALE
River/StreamTR-BEE LICK CREEK
Coordinates38.08569, -85.77220

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Height31 ft
Dam Length345 ft
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage44 acre-ft
Max Storage44 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLOUISVILLE METRO PARKS
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/15/2025
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDKY00593
Federal IDKY00593
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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