Willow Dam, also known as Willow Lake, is a private-owned earth dam located in Jefferson County, Kentucky.
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Built in 1900, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 7.4 acres and a normal storage capacity of 42.6 acre-feet. The dam spans 500 feet in length and stands at a height of 33 feet, with a drainage area of 1.83 square miles along Goose Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, Willow Dam is currently assessed as being in poor condition as of the last inspection in March 2018. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Kentucky Division of Water, with enforcement measures in place to ensure public safety. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level, there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans documented for this structure, highlighting a potential area for improvement in the dam's overall safety and maintenance protocols. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Willow Dam presents an intriguing case study for the intersection of recreational infrastructure and environmental stewardship in the Kentucky region.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
GOOSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
1.83 |
Nid Storage |
42.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
33 |