North Fork Little River Mps 4a Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
North Fork Little River Mps 4a, also known as Lake Morris, is a significant water resource located in Christian, Kentucky, owned by the local government.
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Summary
Built in 1966 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA, this earth dam stands at a height of 59 feet and spans a length of 680 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along the North Fork Little River. The dam has a storage capacity of 7,830 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 1,740 acre-feet and a surface area of 170 acres.
The dam is regulated by the KY Division of Water, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place. Despite its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the risk assessment for North Fork Little River Mps 4a is moderate. The emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 2013, and while it meets guidelines, there are no inundation maps prepared. With a risk management plan yet to be detailed, this dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting the importance of maintaining and managing critical infrastructure for flood control and public safety.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
59 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH FORK LITTLE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
170 |
Drainage Area |
7.51 |
Nid Storage |
7830 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
59 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
39cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
26cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
195cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1890cfs |
Yellow Creek At Ellis Mills
|
38cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
North Fork Little River Mps 4a