East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b

POND RIVER· Todd, Kentucky· Built 1966· Earth· 37 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b is classified as significant hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 67.7% in KY)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.1K acre-ft
Normal Storage360 acre-ft
Surface Area55 acres
Drainage Area16 sq mi
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDKY00195

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 15, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

TODD COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b is owned by TODD COUNTY SOIL CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b built?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b was completed in 1966, making it 60 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b last inspected?

East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.