Dixon City Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Dixon City Lake Dam in Kentucky, completed in 1960, serves as a vital structure for water resource management and recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, primarily owned and regulated by the local government, stands at a height of 18 feet with a length of 480 feet, creating a storage capacity of 63.2 acre-feet for the Dixon City Lake. Situated on Lynn Fork Crab Orchard Creek in Webster County, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and fair condition assessment indicate a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections and risk assessments.
Despite its high hazard potential, Dixon City Lake Dam continues to provide a recreational haven for residents and visitors in Fairmont. With a surface area of 4.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.21 square miles, the dam offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. However, the moderate risk assessment and fair condition assessment highlight the need for ongoing maintenance and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety of surrounding communities in the event of a dam failure. Overall, Dixon City Lake Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of water resource management and recreational enjoyment in the heart of Kentucky.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
480 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
LYNN FORK CRABORCHARD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
63.2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
26cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2370cfs |
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
39cfs |
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
1cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1890cfs |
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.
Dixon City Lake Dam