Plum Creek Frs No 4 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Plum Creek FRS No 4, located in Waterford, Kentucky, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government and regulated by the KY Division of Water.


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Summary

Built in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service and USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 27 feet high and spans 680 feet, with a storage capacity of 645 acre-feet to mitigate flood events along Plum Creek. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving as a vital infrastructure in safeguarding the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.

With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Plum Creek FRS No 4 has been inspected periodically with the last assessment conducted in December 2013. Despite its age, the dam continues to meet regulatory standards and plays a significant role in managing water levels and protecting downstream areas. As part of the flood risk reduction strategy, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and its moderate risk assessment rating ensure that it remains a reliable structure for managing water flow during heavy rainfall events. Its location within the Louisville District underscores its importance in the regional water resource management system, contributing to the overall resilience of the local watershed.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

680

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

PLUM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13.4

Drainage Area

1.5

Nid Storage

645

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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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.