Waterstone Park Dam dam
Waterstone Park Dam
Waterstone Park Dam, located in Jefferson County, Kentucky, is a privately owned Earth-type dam built in 2005 for recreational purposes. Standing at a height of 32 feet and stretching 170 feet in length, this dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently deemed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by SABAK, WILSON & LINGO, INC, Waterstone Park Dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. Although the dam lacks specific storage capacity data, it offers a picturesque setting for visitors to relax and unwind. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a drainage area of 0.03 square miles, the dam presents a unique blend of natural beauty and engineering marvel for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate.
The dam's proximity to the city of Eastwood and the oversight provided by the Kentucky Division of Water ensure that Waterstone Park Dam remains a safe and well-maintained structure for both locals and tourists to enjoy. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a vital role in providing a recreational outlet for the community while adhering to state regulations and inspection protocols. Its blend of functionality and scenic beauty make it a must-visit destination for those interested in water resources and climate conservation efforts.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Waterstone Park Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Floyds Fork At Fisherville | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Floyds Fork Near Pewee Valley | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Ruckriegal Parkway | 3 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Gelhaus Lane Near Fern Creek | 19 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Old Westport Rd Nr St Matthews | 6 cfs | → |
| Fern Creek At Old Bardstown Rd At Louisville | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Waterstone Park Dam.
Boat launches
- Long Run Lake Boat Ramp
- Lasater Road Louisville
- Grange Drive 1412, La Grange
- Cooper Chapel Road Louisville
- Charlestown State Park Boat Ramp
- Westport Park Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Lake Shelby Campground
- Lake Jericho Recreation Area
- Guist Creek Lake County Park
- Charlestown State Park
- Taylorsville Lake State Park
- Deam Lake State Rec Area
Track Waterstone Park Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Waterstone Park Dam
Where does the data for Waterstone Park Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Waterstone Park Dam.