Obion Creek Frs No 24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Obion Creek FRS No 24, also known as Aubrey Goatley Farm Lake, is a local government-owned structure located in Hickman, Kentucky, near the city of BEULAH-VICINITY.
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Summary
This flood risk reduction dam on OBION CREEK was designed by HUNTER H. MARTIN JR. in collaboration with the USDA NRCS and completed in 1963. The dam stands at 18 feet in height and stretches 500 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.5 acres.
Managed by the KY Division of Water, Obion Creek FRS No 24 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and functionality for flood risk reduction purposes. Despite being assessed as having a fair condition in 2018, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk rating. The dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and inundation maps are currently not specified, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness and risk mitigation.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Obion Creek FRS No 24 can appreciate its role in protecting the surrounding area from floods and its potential for further enhancing emergency response and risk management strategies. The dam's historical significance, design features, and current condition provide valuable insights into the intersection of water infrastructure, environmental protection, and community safety in the region. As a key element in the local flood risk reduction system, Obion Creek FRS No 24 serves as a tangible example of how engineering solutions can contribute to resilience in the face of climate-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
OBION CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.37 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Obion Creek Frs No 24