Bryan Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Bryan Lake Dam, located in Muhlenberg, Kentucky, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 35 feet and a length of 750 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 403 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 22.3 acres. Despite its scenic setting, the dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed to be in poor condition.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Bryan Lake Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. While the dam lacks certain structural features like outlet gates and spillway width, it remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreational activities. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there is a need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
35 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
403 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
35 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
41cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
2210cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2760cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
30cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Caney Creek Near Horse Branch
|
39cfs |
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.
Bryan Lake Dam