Dix Dam, completed in 1927, was constructed across the Dix River three miles upstream from its confluence with the Kentucky River. It was the world's largest stone-filled dam.

Powerhouse for Dix Dam, completed in 1927, was constructed across the Dix River three miles upstream from its confluence with the Kentucky River. It was the world's largest stone-filled dam.

Shawnee paddleboat and showboat on the Kentucky River.

Locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

Paddleboat at the locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

Paddleboat at the locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

Paddleboat at the locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

Locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

Locks on the Kentucky River at Frankfort, Kentucky.

D.J. Angus and friends on board the Shawnee paddleboat on the Kentucky River.

Powerhouse for Dix Dam, completed in 1927, was constructed across the Dix River three miles upstream from its confluence with the Kentucky River. It was the world's largest stone-filled dam.

Dix Dam, completed in 1927, was constructed across the Dix River three miles upstream from its confluence with the Kentucky River. It was the world's largest stone-filled dam.