Dewey Lake, located near

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in Floyd County, is part of the integrated flood reduction system operated by the

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for the entire Ohio River Basin. The lake was formed by impounding John's Creek in 1949, and was named for

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. Dewey Dam (National ID # KY03029) is an earthen dam, high. The length of the lake is upstream from the dam and its water shed covers . Jenny Wiley State Resort Park is located on Dewey Lake.

Recreation

The largest tiger muskie ever taken in the state of Kentucky (13 lb., 12 oz.) was caught in Dewey Lake.

References

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