Summary
Completed in 1963 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 67 feet and spans 400 feet in length. The primary purpose of Beech Creek Dam is water supply, with a normal storage capacity of 935.5 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 1600 acre-feet.
Situated on the Beech Creek river, the dam has a spillway width of 159 feet and is categorized as having a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment. The dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, Beech Creek Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management for the surrounding area, serving as a vital infrastructure for water supply needs in the region.
With Harold Rogers as the representative for the area, Beech Creek Dam remains a significant landmark in the Louisville District, providing essential water resources to the community of Tanksley. As a key component of the local water supply infrastructure, the dam's maintenance and monitoring are essential to ensure its continued functionality and safety for both water supply purposes and environmental conservation efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
67 |
River Or Stream |
BEECH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36.3 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
1600 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
67 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Beech Creek Dam