Edwin Hagan Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Edwin Hagan Lake Dam, also known as Hagan Lake, is a privately owned structure located in Nelson, Kentucky, near WITHROW CREEK.


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Summary

Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 350 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other," with a normal storage level of 37.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.5 acres.

Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, a moderate risk level has been assigned to the structure. The dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, and its last inspection was conducted in 2005, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. While an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is not currently prepared, the dam's risk management measures are under evaluation to mitigate potential risks effectively.

Overall, Edwin Hagan Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the BARDSTOWN-AREA, providing essential storage and flood control capabilities. Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find this structure intriguing due to its historical significance, engineering design, and the ongoing efforts to ensure its safety and reliability for the surrounding communities.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

350

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

WITHROW CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Drainage Area

0.15

Nid Storage

88

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

24
       
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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.