Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam dam
Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam
Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam, located in Carlisle, Kentucky, is a significant earth dam completed in 1950 for water supply purposes. With a structural height of 25 feet and a length of 360 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.2 acres. The dam is situated on Hinkston Creek and is under the regulatory oversight of the Kentucky Division of Water, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of its last assessment in October 2017. With an inspection frequency of 3 years, the dam is regularly monitored to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled and has a width of 15 feet, providing a means for excess water to be released in case of high water levels. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards.
Overall, Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water supply in the region, contributing to the management of water resources in Nicholas County, Kentucky. As a key structure on Hinkston Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water storage and regulating water flow in the area. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance efforts, the dam continues to be a valuable asset for the community and a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in sustainable water management practices.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Hinkston Creek Near Carlisle | 3 cfs | → |
| Licking River At Blue Lick Springs | 155 cfs | → |
| North Fork Licking River Near Mt Olivet | 28 cfs | → |
| Slate Creek At Highway 713 Nr Mt. Sterling | 34 cfs | → |
| Licking River At Mckinneysburg | 219 cfs | → |
| Rock Lick Cr At State Hwy 158 Nr Sharkey | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- 4 H Street Nicholas County
- Clay Wma Rd ( Lower Unit ) Nicholas County
- Robinson Road 2794, Harrison County
- Hinton Sadieville Road Sadieville
- Aberdeen Village Ramp
- Paris Pike Georgetown
Campgrounds
- Kentucky Horse Park Campgrounds
- Kentucky Horse Park Campground
- White Sulphur Horse Camp
- Clear Creek Rec Area
- Fort Boonesborough State Park
- Three Springs Campground
Fishing spots
- Boat Launch
- Shallow Flats Wildlife Viewing Area
- Muskie Bend Fishing Site
- Ramey Creek Fishing Site
- Windy Bay Fishing Site
Paddle runs
Track Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Carlisle Lower Reservoir Dam.