Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old) dam
Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old)
The Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old) in Kentucky, completed in 1934, serves as a vital structure for recreation purposes along the Fleming Creek. Owned by the local government and regulated by the KY Division of Water, this earth dam stands at 30 feet in height and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. Despite its fair condition assessment as of 2017, the dam poses a high hazard potential, necessitating regular inspections to ensure public safety.
Located in Fleming County, Kentucky, the reservoir dam's spillway operates as uncontrolled with a width of 12 feet. With a surface area of 10 acres and a drainage area of 0.2 square miles, the dam offers recreational opportunities while mitigating flood risks in the region. The structure, designed by Howard K. Bell and Assoc., continues to play a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the significance of the Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old), its moderate risk assessment underscores the need for ongoing risk management measures. With Congressman Andy Barr representing the area, the dam's role in water conservation and recreational activities highlights the intersection of infrastructure, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. As the dam continues to be inspected and maintained, its historical significance and functional importance remain integral to the region's overall water management strategy.
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 Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Licking River At Blue Lick Springs | 155 cfs | → |
| Rock Lick Cr At State Hwy 158 Nr Sharkey | 1 cfs | → |
| North Fork Licking River Near Mt Olivet | 28 cfs | → |
| North Fork Triplett Creek Near Morehead | 23 cfs | → |
| Hinkston Creek Near Carlisle | 3 cfs | → |
| Slate Creek At Highway 713 Nr Mt. Sterling | 34 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old).
Boat launches
- Clay Wma Rd ( Lower Unit ) Nicholas County
- Aberdeen Village Ramp
- 4 H Street Nicholas County
- Eagle Creek Marina
- Twin Knobs Rowan County
- Alfrey Boat Ramp Road Rowan County
Campgrounds
- White Sulphur Horse Camp
- Boat Gunnel Group Campground
- Twin Knobs Recreation Area
- Twin Knobs West Group Use Area
- Twin Knobs Rec Area
- Clear Creek Rec Area
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About Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old)
Where does the data for Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old) 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 High 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 Flemingsburg Reservoir Dam (Old).