Briggs Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mud River Frs 23 Mud River Frs No 27
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Briggs Lake Dam, located in Russellville-area, Kentucky, is a state-owned structure on the Mud River with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this earth dam stands at 28 feet high and stretches 300 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 385 acre-feet. The dam's normal storage level is 190.7 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 17.7 acres and draining a 0.4 square mile area.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Briggs Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The dam's last inspection was conducted in August 2013, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the risk assessment is moderate, there are no emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared for this structure. With its picturesque setting and recreational opportunities, Briggs Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community while also highlighting the importance of sustainable dam management practices in the face of climate change challenges.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
MUD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.4 |
Nid Storage |
385 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
West Fork Drakes Creek Near Franklin
|
46cfs |
Barren River At Bowling Green
|
464cfs |
Drakes Creek Near Alvaton
|
224cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
2680cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
299cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
57cfs |
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.
Briggs Lake Dam