Kentucky Water Ski Center dam
Kentucky Water Ski Center
The Kentucky Water Ski Center, nestled in Scott County, Kentucky, is a private recreational haven designed by the Soil Conservation Service and regulated by the KY Division of Water. Completed in 1992, this Earth dam spans 550 feet with a height of 25 feet, offering 81 acre-feet of storage for its 10.4-acre surface area. Situated on the TRIB-RAYS FORK stream, this center is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts seeking thrilling adventures in a serene environment.
This low hazard potential facility boasts a moderate risk assessment rating, indicating a well-maintained structure with a focus on safety. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the Kentucky Water Ski Center stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and recreation. With a rich history dating back almost three decades, this center continues to offer a unique experience to visitors, ensuring a memorable and safe environment for all who visit.
Owned privately and primarily used for recreation, the Kentucky Water Ski Center serves as a model for sustainable water use and enjoyment. Its location in the picturesque Kentucky countryside, combined with its regulated and inspected status, makes it a top destination for water and climate enthusiasts looking to engage in water sports while appreciating the natural beauty of the area.
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 Kentucky Water Ski Center -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Creek At Sadieville | 15 cfs | → |
| North Elkhorn Creek At Georgetown | 27 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 3 At Gest | 561 cfs | → |
| South Fork Licking River At Hayes | 85 cfs | → |
| Elkhorn Creek Near Frankfort | 84 cfs | → |
| Licking River At Mckinneysburg | 219 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kentucky Water Ski Center.
Boat launches
- Hinton Sadieville Road Sadieville
- Robinson Road 2794, Harrison County
- Us 25 Georgetown
- Paris Pike Georgetown
- Great Crossing Walking Path Scott County
- Boltz Lake Road 399, Grant County
Track Kentucky Water Ski Center in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Kentucky Water Ski Center
Where does the data for Kentucky Water Ski Center 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 Low 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 Kentucky Water Ski Center.