West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8
Key Takeaway
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 20.2% in KY) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | KY01072 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
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 No 8?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. 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 No 8?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 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 No 8 built?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 No 8?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 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 No 8?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 has a dam height of 23 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 No 8 last inspected?
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS No 8 was last inspected on April 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.