Gilbert Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gilbert Dam, also known as Gilbert Fishing Lake, is a private-owned structure located in Bullitt, Kentucky.


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Summary

Completed in 1985, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a length of 300 feet. The primary purpose of Gilbert Dam is for recreational use, providing a surface area of 1.8 acres and a storage capacity of 15.6 acre-feet. Despite its recreational benefits, Gilbert Dam is classified as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, posing moderate risk.

Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Gilbert Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The dam, situated on the tributary of Mud Creek, features an uncontrolled spillway type and is designed to cater to recreational activities like fishing and boating. With a risk assessment rating of moderate, efforts are being made to enhance the dam's risk management measures and ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gilbert Dam offers a glimpse into the challenges and responsibilities involved in maintaining and managing a vital infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1985

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

TRIB-MUD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.8

Drainage Area

0.03

Nid Storage

15.6

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

15
       
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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.