Valley Creek Mps 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Valley Creek Mps 4, also known as Freeman Lake, is a vital water supply structure located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.


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Summary

Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 44 feet and spans a length of 1640 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1830 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and is designated for water supply purposes, serving the local community with a normal storage capacity of 1830 acre-feet.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of April 2018, Valley Creek Mps 4 poses a high hazard potential due to its location and structure. The spillway, which is uncontrolled and measures 150 feet in width, contributes to the moderate risk assessment of the dam. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is subject to regular inspections with a frequency of once per year to ensure its continued safety and reliability for water resource management in the region.

In the event of an emergency, the dam does not currently have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. However, the risk management measures and guidelines are being evaluated to enhance the dam's resilience and preparedness for potential incidents. With its strategic location on Freeman Creek and its crucial role in water supply for the area, Valley Creek Mps 4 serves as a key infrastructure for both water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Hardin County, Kentucky.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

1640

Dam Height

44

River Or Stream

FREEMAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

160.2

Drainage Area

5.1

Nid Storage

1830

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

44
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.