Located in Georgetown, Kentucky, Harbor Village Dam, also known as Harbor Village Lake, is a privately owned recreational dam along the North Fork Elkhorn Creek.
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Built in 1989 by MAYES, SUDDERTH & ETHEREDGE LEXINGTON KY., this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and stretches 620 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 385 acre-feet, the dam offers a surface area of 21.1 acres for recreational activities.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure public safety and environmental compliance. The dam has a high hazard potential but is currently in fair condition, with the last inspection conducted in April 2017. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam provides a picturesque setting for water enthusiasts to enjoy boating, fishing, and other leisure activities in a serene natural environment.
With a spillway width of 50 feet and uncontrolled spillway type, Harbor Village Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. While there have been no recent modifications or emergency action plans reported, the dam continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to connect with nature and engage in water-based activities. As climate change impacts water resources, this dam underscores the importance of sustainable management practices to safeguard both recreational enjoyment and ecological integrity.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK ELKHORN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
385 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
33 |
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Kentucky Horse Park Campground
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Three Springs Campground
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