Nf Little River Mps 4b

NORTH FORK LITTLE RIVER· Christian, Kentucky· Built 1965· Earth· 45 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Nf Little River Mps 4b is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 45 ft (taller than 80.2% in KY)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage5.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage540 acre-ft
Surface Area78 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDKY00176

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 23, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: KY Division of Water

Ownership

CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Nf Little River Mps 4b?

Nf Little River Mps 4b 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b?

Nf Little River Mps 4b is owned by CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Nf Little River Mps 4b built?

Nf Little River Mps 4b was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b?

Nf Little River Mps 4b serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Nf Little River Mps 4b?

Nf Little River Mps 4b has a dam height of 45 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 Nf Little River Mps 4b last inspected?

Nf Little River Mps 4b was last inspected on February 23, 2023. 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.