West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16
Key Takeaway
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 is classified as high hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 41.6% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 826 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00828 |
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
WEST FORK MAYFIELD CREEK WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 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 West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 is owned by WEST FORK MAYFIELD CREEK WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 built?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 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 West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 has a dam height of 28 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 West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 last inspected?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 was last inspected on December 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.