Dixie Stock Farm Dam, also known as Dixie Stock Farm Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Larue, Kentucky, along the Nolin River.
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Built in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 640 feet in length, providing irrigation for agricultural purposes. With a storage capacity of 60.8 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.4 acres, the dam serves as a vital resource for water management in the region.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate. While the condition assessment is not rated, the structure has not been modified since its completion and lacks an emergency action plan. With its uncontrolled spillway and a drainage area of 0.41 square miles, the dam remains a crucial component of the local water infrastructure.
Located within the jurisdiction of the Louisville District and under the representation of Congressman Brett Guthrie, Dixie Stock Farm Dam serves as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions. Its role in supporting irrigation and water storage highlights the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and reliability of this essential infrastructure for both the agricultural community and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
640 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
NOLIN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.41 |
Nid Storage |
60.8 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
North Fork Nolin River At Hodgenville
|
6cfs |
Nolin River At White Mills
|
135cfs |
Bacon Creek Near Priceville
|
23cfs |
Rolling Fork Near Boston
|
449cfs |
Green River At Munfordville
|
1230cfs |
Beech Fork At Bardstown
|
177cfs |