Fox Creek Frs 3 dam
Fox Creek Frs 3
Located in Plummers Landing, Kentucky, Fox Creek FRS 3 is a flood risk reduction structure designed by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA/NRCS in 1973. This earth dam spans 870 feet in length, with a height of 31 feet and a storage capacity of 1696 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this structure is regulated by the KY Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its effectiveness in managing the flow of Fox Creek.
Despite its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Fox Creek FRS 3 plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The uncontrolled spillway, measuring 50 feet in width, helps to control the release of water during periods of high flow, while the structure's moderate risk assessment highlights the need for ongoing risk management measures. While the dam may require improvements to address its condition and ensure its long-term functionality, its presence serves as a vital resource for the community's water resource and climate resilience efforts.
As enthusiasts in water resource and climate issues, understanding the importance of structures like Fox Creek FRS 3 is essential in safeguarding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events. By staying informed about the design, maintenance, and regulatory oversight of such flood risk reduction infrastructure, individuals can contribute to the protection and preservation of vital water resources in their region. Fox Creek FRS 3 stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of agencies like the USDA/NRCS and the KY Division of Water in managing and mitigating flood risks for the benefit of all stakeholders involved.
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 Fox Creek Frs 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rock Lick Cr At State Hwy 158 Nr Sharkey | 1 cfs | → |
| North Fork Triplett Creek Near Morehead | 13 cfs | → |
| Licking River At Blue Lick Springs | 152 cfs | → |
| Slate Creek At Highway 713 Nr Mt. Sterling | 34 cfs | → |
| Upper Twin Creek At Mcgaw Oh | 2 cfs | → |
| Hinkston Creek Near Carlisle | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fox Creek Frs 3.
Boat launches
- Twin Knobs Rowan County
- Alfrey Boat Ramp Road Rowan County
- Clay Wma Rd ( Lower Unit ) Nicholas County
- Warix Run Boat Dock Road Rowan County
- Boat Ramp Bath County
- Clear Creek Boat Ramp Bath County
Campgrounds
- Boat Gunnel Group Campground
- Twin Knobs Rec Area
- Twin Knobs Recreation Area
- Twin Knobs West Group Use Area
- White Sulphur Horse Camp
- Zilpo Recreation Area
Track Fox Creek Frs 3 in the Snoflo app
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About Fox Creek Frs 3
Where does the data for Fox Creek Frs 3 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 Fox Creek Frs 3.