Arrowhead Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Arrowhead Lake Dam, located in Berry, Kentucky, is a privately owned structure designed by Walton & Walton in Burlington.
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Summary
Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at 48 feet tall and spans 540 feet across the South Fork Licking River. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam provides a storage capacity of 984 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 46 acres.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Arrowhead Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated. The last inspection conducted in August 2005 revealed no major issues, and the dam has not undergone modifications in recent years.
While Arrowhead Lake Dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP), it meets state guidelines and has emergency contact information in place. With its uncontrolled spillway type and limited associated structures, the dam continues to provide valuable recreational opportunities while maintaining a moderate risk level. As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, Arrowhead Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible dam management and public safety in the state of Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
540 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK LICKING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
46 |
Drainage Area |
1.46 |
Nid Storage |
984 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
48 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Eagle Creek At Sadieville
|
5cfs |
South Fork Licking River At Hayes
|
400cfs |
Licking River At Mckinneysburg
|
1250cfs |
Licking River At Catawba
|
1740cfs |
North Elkhorn Creek At Georgetown
|
88cfs |
Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest
|
4930cfs |
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.
Arrowhead Lake Dam
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