Diedrich Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sid Calk Lake Dam Camargo Reservoir
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Diedrich Lake Dam, located in Jeffersonville, Kentucky, stands as a recreational haven with a primary purpose of providing leisure opportunities.
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Summary
Completed in 1998, this earth dam boasts a height of 35 feet and a length of 300 feet, creating a storage capacity of 141 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the UNNAMED TRIB CAMP BRANCH, is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its picturesque setting, Diedrich Lake Dam has been classified as having a high hazard potential and a poor condition assessment, prompting a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2014, and its risk management measures remain unspecified. With its outdated infrastructure and potential safety concerns, there is a pressing need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard both the dam and the surrounding community from any potential risks or hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the situation at Diedrich Lake Dam serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of proactive dam management and maintenance practices in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB CAMP BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.15 |
Nid Storage |
141 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Diedrich Lake Dam