Tompkinsville Reservoir Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Tompkinsville Reservoir in Monroe, Kentucky, is a privately owned water supply reservoir that was completed in 1940.
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Summary
Situated on Town Creek, this Earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 210 feet. With a storage capacity of 145 acre-feet, the reservoir covers a surface area of 10.8 acres and serves as a crucial source of water for the surrounding area.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Tompkinsville Reservoir is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the reservoir is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the importance of proper risk management measures in place. The last inspection took place in August 2011, with a frequency of every 5 years to assess its condition and ensure its continued operation.
Named after its location in Tompkinsville, this reservoir plays a pivotal role in providing water supply to the region. With its controlled by an uncontrolled spillway and comprehensive regulatory oversight, Tompkinsville Reservoir serves as a vital resource for the community while maintaining a balance between water supply needs and environmental conservation efforts.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.8 |
Drainage Area |
1.03 |
Nid Storage |
145 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Tompkinsville Reservoir