Madisonville Reservoir Dam No 1 (North) Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Madisonville Reservoir Dam No 1 (North) is a significant earth dam located in Hopkins County, Kentucky, built in 1930 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Situated on Pond River, this dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 1100 feet, providing a storage capacity of 239 acre-feet. The dam's normal storage capacity is 220 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 18.1 acres within a drainage area of 0.13 square miles.
Despite its recreational significance, the dam's condition assessment is poor, with a significant hazard potential, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvement measures. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 15 feet. The last inspection date was in March 2018, with an inspection frequency of 3 years. The risk assessment for this dam is moderate, indicating the potential for future challenges that need to be addressed to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Madisonville Reservoir Dam No 1 (North) is a vital water resource in the region, regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and owned by the local government. With its historical significance and recreational value, it serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and risk management to safeguard water resources and communities from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
POND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18.1 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
239 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
38cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
24cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2000cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1830cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
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.
Madisonville Reservoir Dam No 1 (North)