Des Islet Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Des Islet Dam, also known as Camp Mauzy Lake, is a state-owned structure located in Uniontown, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1945 by German WWII prisoners of war, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and spans 900 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 1300 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Des Islet Dam is for recreation, providing opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities in the Highland Creek area.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Des Islet Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Despite being assessed as in fair condition during the last inspection in 2018, the dam has a significant hazard potential and is classified as moderate risk level 3. With a drainage area of 1.08 square miles and a surface area of 83.2 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region, with a normal storage capacity of 670.9 acre-feet.
Des Islet Dam serves as not just a recreational spot but also as an important component of the local water infrastructure. As a beloved landmark in Uniontown, Kentucky, it continues to be a key feature in the landscape, offering both leisure and environmental benefits to the community.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
HIGHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
83.2 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
1300 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
30cfs |
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
2cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2760cfs |
Little Wabash River At Carmi
|
178cfs |
Wabash River At New Harmony
|
6890cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Des Islet Dam