Moore Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Moore Lake Dam, located in Christian County, Kentucky, was completed in 1974 by the Soil Conservation Service for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and spans 600 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-TRADEWATER RIVER and is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a spillway width of 36 feet and an uncontrolled spillway type, Moore Lake Dam has a significant hazard potential, although its current condition is assessed as fair. The last inspection in October 2016 indicated a moderate risk level, with an inspection frequency of every 3 years. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk assessment, and management measures are not specified in the available data, but its location and design make it an important structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and study in the context of overall dam safety and environmental impact within the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TRADEWATER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
41cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
30cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
2210cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2760cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
207cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Moore Lake Dam