Sharp Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Sharp Lake in Fayette, Kentucky, is a private water resource managed by the Kentucky Division of Water.


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Summary

Built in 1950 for recreational purposes, this earth dam stands at 18 feet high, with a length of 390 feet and a storage capacity of 124.1 acre-feet. The lake covers 9.7 acres and serves as a serene spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.

Located in Clays Ferry and fed by the tributary Boone Creek, Sharp Lake has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. While its condition assessment is not rated, regular inspections are conducted every five years to ensure its structural integrity. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the lake falls under state jurisdiction with permitting, inspection, and enforcement carried out by the Kentucky Division of Water. As a popular recreational spot, Sharp Lake continues to be a source of enjoyment for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TRIB-BOONE CK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.7

Drainage Area

0.5

Nid Storage

124.1

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.