Obion Creek Srs 24 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Obion Creek Srs 24, also known as Graves Lake, is a local government-owned dam located in Beulah-Vicinity, Carlisle, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 420 feet, with a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of water resource management, with a drainage area of 0.07 square miles and a surface area of 5.2 acres.
Although Obion Creek Srs 24 has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor, as of the last inspection in March 2018. The dam is regulated by the KY Division of Water, with permitting, inspection, and enforcement procedures in place. Despite its moderate risk level, with a risk assessment score of 3, there are no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans documented for this structure. With its location on Little Creek offstream and under the jurisdiction of the Louisville District, Obion Creek Srs 24 offers an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of small-scale dams in rural areas.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CREEK OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Obion Creek Srs 24