Marion City Lake (Old) Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Marion City Lake (Old) Dam, located in Crittenden, Kentucky, along Crooked Creek, serves as a critical water supply source for the local government of Marion.
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Summary
Completed in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 230 feet, with a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet. Despite its significant role in providing water to the area, the dam is currently assessed as being in poor condition, with a low hazard potential.
The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, measures for risk management are not specified, and the last inspection in 2016 revealed a poor condition. Although the dam's hazard potential is low, its current state raises concerns for potential maintenance and repair needs to ensure the safety and functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure for the community of Marion. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and advocate for the proper maintenance and management of Marion City Lake (Old) Dam to safeguard its integrity and continued water supply capabilities.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
35.6 |
Drainage Area |
4.6 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
36cfs |
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
Lusk Creek Near Eddyville
|
5cfs |
Ohio River At Metropolis
|
444000cfs |
Massac Creek Near Paducah
|
2cfs |
South Fork Saline River Nr Carrier Mills
|
5cfs |
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.
Marion City Lake (Old) Dam