East Fork Pond River Frs No 8 dam
East Fork Pond River Frs No 8
East Fork Pond River FRS No 8 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Christian, Kentucky. Built in 1966 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA/NRCS, this dam stands at a towering height of 36 feet and stretches 1050 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1240 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5.41 square miles, it serves as a crucial component in managing water flow along the East Fork Pond River.
Despite its age, East Fork Pond River FRS No 8 has been deemed to have a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam's primary purpose of flood risk reduction underscores its importance in safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters. Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, the structure undergoes regular inspections to ensure its integrity and functionality for the years to come. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam represents a tangible example of how human intervention can positively impact the natural environment.
As a key feature in the Nashville District's water resource management system, East Fork Pond River FRS No 8 serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between local government entities and federal agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With its strategic location and impressive engineering, this dam not only mitigates flood risks but also supports ecological balance and water sustainability in the region. For those passionate about water resource management and climate resilience, East Fork Pond River FRS No 8 stands as an emblem of human ingenuity in harmonizing with nature's forces.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around East Fork Pond River Frs No 8 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pond River Near Apex | 15 cfs | → |
| Green River At Paradise | 888 cfs | → |
| Tradewater River At Olney | 18 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Cadiz | 485 cfs | → |
| Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun | 795 cfs | → |
| Red River At Port Royal | 181 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East Fork Pond River Frs No 8.
Track East Fork Pond River Frs No 8 in the Snoflo app
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About East Fork Pond River Frs No 8
Where does the data for East Fork Pond River Frs No 8 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of East Fork Pond River Frs No 8.