Waverly Park Dam dam
Waverly Park Dam
Waverly Park Dam, also known as Waverly Park Lake, is a vital water resource located in Jefferson County, Kentucky. Constructed in 1969, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 325 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 4.7 acres for activities such as boating, fishing, and picnicking in the picturesque surroundings.
Managed by the local government, the Waverly Park Dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring its safety and compliance with state standards. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in February 2018. With a moderate risk assessment rating, measures for risk management and emergency preparedness are in place to mitigate any potential threats and ensure the safety of the surrounding community.
As a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and a critical water storage facility, Waverly Park Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while also meeting the water needs of the region. Its scenic location along the TR-Mill Creek, coupled with its historical significance and functional design, make it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
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 Waverly Park Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pond Creek Near Louisville | 147 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Cutoff Near Louisville | 15 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Orell Road Near Louisville | 3 cfs | → |
| Pond Creek At Pendleton Road Near Louisville | 191 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek At Pendelton Road Near Louisville | 0 cfs | → |
| Northern Ditch At Okolona | 21 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Waverly Park Dam.
Boat launches
- Greenwood Road 8203, Louisville
- Ohio River Greenway 100-598, New Albany
- North 27th Street Louisville
- Cooper Chapel Road Louisville
- Harrison Avenue 1021, Clarksville
- Bullitt County Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Salt River Rec Area
- South Harrison Co Park
- Salt River Recreation Park
- Camp Carlson Military - Fort Knox
- Deam Lake State Rec Area
- Deam Lake Campground
Paddle runs
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
Track Waverly Park Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Waverly Park Dam
Where does the data for Waverly Park 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 Significant 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 Waverly Park Dam.