Caney Creek Frs 13 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Caney Creek FRS 13, also known as Hooper Lake, is a vital water resource located in Caneyville, Kentucky.
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Summary
This earth dam was completed in 1964 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA NRCS, and serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure along the South Fork Caney Creek. With a dam height of 37 feet and a length of 740 feet, the reservoir has a storage capacity of 1400 acre-feet, providing essential water management for the region.
Managed by the KY Division of Water, Caney Creek FRS 13 is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The dam's spillway width of 75 feet allows for controlled water release during high flow events, reducing the risk of flooding downstream. Despite being assessed as in fair condition in 2018, the dam poses a significant hazard potential, warranting a moderate risk assessment (3) and ongoing risk management measures to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability.
As part of the Nashville District in Grayson, Kentucky, Caney Creek FRS 13 plays a crucial role in water management and flood risk reduction efforts. With its strategic location and design, this earth dam continues to provide essential services for the community while being closely monitored and maintained to mitigate potential risks and ensure its continued functionality for the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH FORK CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Drainage Area |
4.5 |
Nid Storage |
1400 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Caney Creek Near Horse Branch
|
49cfs |
Nolin River At White Mills
|
135cfs |
Bacon Creek Near Priceville
|
23cfs |
Barren River At Bowling Green
|
501cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
3160cfs |
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.
Caney Creek Frs 13