Ky River Wma Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ky River Wma Dam 2 is a state-owned earth dam located in Henry, Kentucky, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a storage capacity of 387 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 320 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections, with a frequency of every 5 years.
While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the risk assessment is moderate, indicating the presence of potential risks that require management measures. The spillway type is uncontrolled, with a surface area of 15.6 acres. Despite the lack of detailed information on the dam's length, volume, and other structural specifics, the data suggests that Ky River Wma Dam 2 plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities while also being subject to regulatory oversight to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Dam Height |
40 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.6 |
Nid Storage |
387 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kentucky River At Lock 2 At Lockport
|
4990cfs |
Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest
|
4930cfs |
Eagle Creek At Glencoe
|
107cfs |
Elkhorn Creek Near Frankfort
|
284cfs |
Ohio River At Markland Dam Near Warsaw
|
44700cfs |
Kentucky River At Lock 4 At Frankfort
|
4370cfs |
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.
Ky River Wma Dam 2