Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam, also known as Lake Vough, is a privately owned structure located in Montgomery, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1959 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at 29 feet high and stretches 675 feet long, creating a surface area of 16.2 acres and a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a scenic and tranquil setting for campers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Despite its recreational benefits, this dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment as of August 2017. The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and functionality. The spillway, which is uncontrolled with a width of 150 feet, helps manage water flow in case of high levels, although the dam's risk assessment is categorized as moderate.
Situated near Lulbegrud Creek, Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam is not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While the dam has faced modifications over the years, its last inspection in August 2017 revealed the need for improvements. With its intriguing history and potential for outdoor recreation, this dam serves as both a valuable water resource and a reminder of the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management in the face of changing climates.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
675 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
LULBEGRUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
212 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Mckee Scout Camp Lake Dam