West Fork Pond River FRS 14
Key Takeaway
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 is classified as low hazard in Kentucky. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 27% in KY) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | KY00752 |
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 POND RIVER WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of West Fork Pond River FRS 14?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 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 Pond River FRS 14?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 is owned by WEST FORK POND RIVER WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Fork Pond River FRS 14 built?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Pond River FRS 14?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 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 Pond River FRS 14?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 has a dam height of 25 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 Pond River FRS 14 last inspected?
West Fork Pond River FRS 14 was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.