Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant, located in McCreary County, Kentucky, is a privately-owned establishment situated near Falls Branch.


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Summary

The resort offers a picturesque setting for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy recreational activities, with a focus on providing a relaxing environment for guests to unwind and connect with nature. The resort's primary purpose is recreation, attracting visitors with its scenic views and access to outdoor adventures.

The resort features an Earth dam with a height of 50 feet and a length of 400 feet, completed in 1960. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam continues to serve as a focal point for the resort, offering a surface area of 3.2 acres for guests to enjoy. The dam's uncontrolled spillway adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings, creating a unique experience for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat in the Cumberland Falls area.

With inspection, regulation, and enforcement conducted by the Kentucky Division of Water, guests can rest assured that safety measures are in place to ensure their well-being during their stay at Eagle Falls Resort & Restaurant. The moderate risk assessment level indicates a manageable level of risk, with the resort taking necessary steps to address any potential issues. For water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a tranquil getaway in Kentucky, Eagle Falls Resort offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities in a serene setting.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

50

River Or Stream

FALLS BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.2

Drainage Area

0.07

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

50
       
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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.