Skinframe Creek Impoundment Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Skinframe Creek Impoundment, also known as Skinframe Lake, is a state-owned dam located in Lyon County, Kentucky, specifically in the city of Dycusburg.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 31 feet and stretches 740 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 364 acre-feet and a surface area of 26 acres, this impoundment serves as a vital water resource for the region.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, Skinframe Creek Impoundment is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state government to ensure its safety and functionality. Although categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam is rated as not assessed for its condition. Despite this, the dam's risk assessment is considered moderate, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and management measures to mitigate any potential risks associated with the structure.
With a drainage area of 0.31 square miles and an uncontrolled spillway type, Skinframe Creek Impoundment plays a crucial role in water management and conservation in the area. Although not under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam remains an important feature in the local landscape, contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in Lyon County, Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
740 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
DRY FORK SKINFRAME CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
364 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
36cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
41cfs |
Lusk Creek Near Eddyville
|
5cfs |
Massac Creek Near Paducah
|
2cfs |
Ohio River At Metropolis
|
444000cfs |
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.
Skinframe Creek Impoundment