Access Site
KY
Dam
City: Owenton, KY
County: Owen County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.49504900, -84.88103700
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Kentucky River at Lock 3 at Gest, KY
3.4 mi away
Kentucky River at Lock 2 at Lockport, KY
3.7 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** The dam ramp is located on Elmer Davis Road, approximately 5 miles south of Owenton off U.S. 127. This is one of two public access points on Elmer Davis Lake, a 136-acre impoundment in Owen County. The access road is a one-lane paved road that crosses the earthen dam.
**Facilities & Parking:** This free public access offers a small boat ramp and courtesy dock suitable for kayaks, canoes, and trailerable recreational boats. Parking is available for approximately 5-7 trucks with trailers adjacent to the ramp, with additional roadside parking along the dam. The compact setup makes this an ideal choice for paddlers and smaller boats seeking convenient, no-cost lake access.
**Recreation Area:** The dam access point serves the Elmer Davis Lake DFWR Camping Area, which provides nearby amenities including a larger campground with 38 campsites, drinking water, and vault toilets. This makes the site a good option for paddlers planning extended visits to explore the 136-acre lake.
**Facilities & Parking:** This free public access offers a small boat ramp and courtesy dock suitable for kayaks, canoes, and trailerable recreational boats. Parking is available for approximately 5-7 trucks with trailers adjacent to the ramp, with additional roadside parking along the dam. The compact setup makes this an ideal choice for paddlers and smaller boats seeking convenient, no-cost lake access.
**Recreation Area:** The dam access point serves the Elmer Davis Lake DFWR Camping Area, which provides nearby amenities including a larger campground with 38 campsites, drinking water, and vault toilets. This makes the site a good option for paddlers planning extended visits to explore the 136-acre lake.