Lake Peewee Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Lake Dam Kington Lake
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lake Peewee Dam, also known as Peewee Lake, is a vital water supply structure located in Hopkins County, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1953, this earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and stretches for 3200 feet along Greasy Creek. With a storage capacity of 8900 acre-feet, the dam serves as a critical source of water for the surrounding area, with a normal storage level of 3557 acre-feet and a surface area of 360 acres.
Despite its importance, Lake Peewee Dam is currently rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. The spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 102 feet, and the dam is situated in a moderate risk area. The last inspection in 2018 revealed its poor condition, highlighting the need for risk management measures to ensure the safety and reliability of the dam for the community it serves.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Peewee Dam presents a case for the ongoing challenges faced by aging infrastructure in maintaining critical water supply systems. As efforts are made to address the poor condition of the dam and mitigate risks associated with its high hazard potential, the story of Lake Peewee Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and management of our water infrastructure to ensure resilience in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
3200 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
GREASY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
360 |
Drainage Area |
5.45 |
Nid Storage |
8900 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
30cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2760cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
41cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
2210cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
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.
Lake Peewee Dam