Stone Creek Farm Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Stone Creek Farm Dam, located in Bardstown, Kentucky, is a privately-owned structure designed by Kenvirons Inc.
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Summary
in 2003 for recreational purposes. This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans 744 feet, with a storage capacity of 546 acre-feet and a surface area of 31.1 acres. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of Cox Creek and is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Stone Creek Farm Dam is classified as having a moderate risk (3) according to a risk assessment. The dam has not been rated for its condition, but it undergoes inspections every 5 years to monitor its structural integrity. With an uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has emergency action plans in place and designated emergency contacts, although details on their preparation and last revision date are not available. Overall, Stone Creek Farm Dam serves as a recreational water resource in Nelson County, Kentucky, offering opportunities for outdoor activities while being subject to regulatory oversight to protect the surrounding environment and community from potential risks associated with dam failure.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
744 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB COX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31.1 |
Drainage Area |
1.08 |
Nid Storage |
546 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Beech Fork At Bardstown
|
177cfs |
Beech Fork At Maud
|
101cfs |
Brashears Creek At Taylorsville
|
144cfs |
Long Lick At Clermont
|
1cfs |
Cedar Creek At Hwy 1442 Near Shepherdsville
|
5cfs |
Floyds Fork Near Mt Washington
|
109cfs |
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.
Stone Creek Farm Dam