N Fork Little River Mps 5
Key Takeaway
N Fork Little River Mps 5 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 85.5% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00212 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of N Fork Little River Mps 5?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates N Fork Little River Mps 5?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 is owned by CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was N Fork Little River Mps 5 built?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 N Fork Little River Mps 5?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is N Fork Little River Mps 5?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 has a dam height of 53 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 N Fork Little River Mps 5 last inspected?
N Fork Little River Mps 5 was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.