West Fork Pond River Frs No 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
West Fork Pond River FRS No 5, located in Mt.
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Summary
Carmel-Vicinity, Kentucky, is a flood risk reduction structure owned by the local government and regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water. Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet, with a length of 360 feet, providing storage of 2400 acre-feet of water in the Pond River drainage area. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a hazard potential rated as "Low".
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, West Fork Pond River FRS No 5 has a normal storage capacity of 322.1 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 49.4 acres. Although the dam's condition is currently "Not Rated" and it has not been inspected since 2013, its risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for continued monitoring and potential risk management measures. With an inspection frequency of 5 years, this structure plays a critical role in mitigating flood risks for the community and surrounding areas along the Pond River. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this dam an important piece of infrastructure in the region's water management system.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
POND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49.4 |
Drainage Area |
9.88 |
Nid Storage |
2400 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
39 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pond River Near Apex
|
39cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
26cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1890cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2370cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
195cfs |
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.
West Fork Pond River Frs No 5