Wallitsch Dam, also known as Wallitsch Lake, is a private dam located in Shepherdsville, Kentucky.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans a length of 280 feet. It serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a storage capacity of 64.7 acre-feet and a surface area of 4.1 acres.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Wallitsch Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. The dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed to be in poor condition as of the last inspection in October 2017. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam lacks updated emergency action plans and inundation maps.
Located on TR-Plum Creek, Wallitsch Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities but also presents challenges in terms of safety and maintenance. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in the ongoing management efforts and potential risk mitigation measures associated with this privately owned structure in Spencer County, Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
280 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PLUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
64.7 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
27 |