West Fork Clarks River FRS No 20, also known as Dooms Chapel Lake, is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure located in Graves County, Kentucky.
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Constructed in 1963 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA, this earth dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 1450 feet. With a storage capacity of 867 acre-feet and a surface area of 35 acres, it serves to mitigate flooding along the West Fork Clarks River.
The dam is regulated by the KY Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections, with a hazard potential rated as low and a condition assessment marked as poor. Despite its poor condition, the structure still plays a vital role in managing flood risk in the area, with a moderate risk level assigned to its operation. Although there are no associated structures or locks, the spillway width of 100 feet allows for controlled water release during periods of high discharge. With its strategic location and critical purpose, West Fork Clarks River FRS No 20 remains a key asset in protecting the surrounding community from potential flood events.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
WEST FORK CLARKS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35 |
Drainage Area |
3.8 |
Nid Storage |
867 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
Massac Creek Near Paducah
|
2cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
41cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Ohio River At Metropolis
|
444000cfs |
Little Bayou Creek Near Grahamville
|
1cfs |
Bayou Creek Near Grahamville
|
5cfs |