West Fork Mayfield Creek Frs 25 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 25, located in Carlisle, Kentucky, is a crucial flood risk reduction structure constructed in 1975 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA/USDA NRCS.


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Summary

This dam, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 510 feet, plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 83.5 acre-feet, it serves as a key component in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 25 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safe and effective operation. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the structure is assessed to be in fair condition as of May 2018. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management measures to mitigate potential threats and ensure the safety of nearby communities and infrastructure.

Overall, West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 25 exemplifies the collaboration between local and state agencies in addressing flood risks and managing water resources effectively. As a significant component in the flood risk reduction strategy for the area, this dam underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the resilience of the surrounding ecosystem in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1975

Dam Length

510

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

WEST FORK MAYFIELD CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.8

Drainage Area

0.24

Nid Storage

83.5

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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. 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

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, 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.