Eagle Creek Country Club Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Eagle Creek Country Club Lake Dam, located in Grant County, Kentucky, stands as a testament to engineering excellence and the importance of water resource management.


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Summary

Constructed in 1969 by designer Harold Hale, this earth dam is a vital structure along Ten Mile Creek, serving primarily as a recreational lake for the private country club it belongs to. With a height of 46 feet and a length of 410 feet, the dam holds back a maximum storage capacity of 87.7 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the area.

Managed and regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, Eagle Creek Country Club Lake Dam has undergone regular inspections, with its last assessment in April 2017 rating its condition as fair and hazard potential as low. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, the dam has demonstrated reliability in serving its purpose effectively. The surrounding landscape of Zion Station benefits from the dam's presence, offering a serene recreational space for residents and visitors alike to enjoy.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, Eagle Creek Country Club Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring. With its relatively low hazard potential and fair condition, the dam serves as a model for responsible water management practices. The dedication of the Kentucky Division of Water and the private ownership of the country club ensure the continued safety and functionality of this essential structure for years to come.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

410

Dam Height

46

River Or Stream

TEN MILE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

87.7

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

46
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.