Prospect Point Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Prospect Point Dam, located in Kenton County, Kentucky, is a privately owned structure built in 1975 for recreational purposes along Dry Creek.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 45 feet and spans 200 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Prospect Point Dam is also state-regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring its safety and compliance with inspection and enforcement measures.

The dam's hazard potential is considered significant, with a moderate risk assessment rating. However, the condition assessment as of April 2017 reported it as satisfactory. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has a drainage area of 0.05 square miles, with a surface area of 1.85 acres. While Prospect Point Dam does not have associated structures or locks, it remains an important feature in the area for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study.

Overall, Prospect Point Dam serves as a notable landmark in Kenton County for recreational activities, while also highlighting the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality. With its significant hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, continued monitoring and adherence to state regulatory measures are essential to safeguarding this earth dam along Dry Creek for the enjoyment and safety of all visitors and residents in the area.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

200

Dam Height

45

River Or Stream

DRY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.85

Drainage Area

0.05

Nid Storage

52

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

45
       
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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.