East Fork Pond River Frs No 1b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Todd, Kentucky, designed and constructed by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA NRCS in 1966.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and has a length of 470 feet, providing storage capacity of 5,123 acre-feet to control the flow of Pond River. The dam, managed by the KY Division of Water, serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction and is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its functionality and safety.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b is currently rated as poor, indicating the need for maintenance and potential rehabilitation to ensure its continued effectiveness in mitigating flood risks. The dam has a moderate risk rating of 3 and is subject to regular inspections every 3 years to assess its structural integrity and operational capacity. Emergency action plans are in place, though updates and revisions may be necessary to meet current guidelines and ensure the safety of downstream communities in the event of a flood emergency. Climate enthusiasts and water resource managers alike will find East Fork Pond River FRS No 1b to be a crucial infrastructure for flood control in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
470 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
POND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Drainage Area |
15.9 |
Nid Storage |
5123 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
37 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
39cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1890cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
195cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
26cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2370cfs |
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.
East Fork Pond River Frs No 1b