Et Reed Dam dam
Et Reed Dam
Located in Owen County, Kentucky, the Et Reed Dam, also known as Wild Deer Lake, is a private recreational dam completed in 1971 by the Soil Conservation Service. This earth dam stands at 29 feet tall and spans a length of 390 feet, with a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. Fed by the Paynes Run Creek, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, the Et Reed Dam provides a serene and recreational environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. While not currently rated for its condition, the dam has undergone inspections every five years, with the last one conducted in February 2017. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering opportunities for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation in the tranquil surroundings of Wild Deer Lake.
Managed by a private owner, the Et Reed Dam contributes to the conservation efforts in the area and serves as a valuable resource for the community. Its location near New Columbus and its proximity to the Louisville District make it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of this man-made water feature in Owen County, Kentucky.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Et Reed Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Creek At Sadieville | 17 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest | 750 cfs | → |
| North Elkhorn Creek At Georgetown | 31 cfs | → |
| Elkhorn Creek Near Frankfort | 89 cfs | → |
| South Fork Licking River At Hayes | 81 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 2 At Lockport | 960 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Et Reed Dam.
Boat launches
- Hinton Sadieville Road Sadieville
- Robinson Road 2794, Harrison County
- Boltz Lake Road 399, Grant County
- Us 25 Georgetown
- Great Crossing Walking Path Scott County
- Paris Pike Georgetown
Track Et Reed Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Et Reed Dam
Where does the data for Et Reed Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Et Reed Dam.