West Fork Mayfield Creek Frs 16 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Carlisle, Kentucky, serving the purpose of mitigating potential flooding along the Mayfield Creek.
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Summary
Constructed in 1978 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 826 feet, with a storage capacity of 273 acre-feet. Despite its significant contribution to flood control in the region, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 reported a poor rating, indicating the need for maintenance and potential improvements to ensure its continued effectiveness.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to uphold safety and operational standards. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled with a width of 30 feet, presenting a high hazard potential to the surrounding area. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there is a recognized need for enhanced risk management measures to address potential vulnerabilities and ensure the integrity of this critical infrastructure in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource dynamics.
As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, including flooding, the maintenance and enhancement of flood risk reduction structures like West Fork Mayfield Creek FRS 16 are essential for safeguarding communities and ecosystems. With proper monitoring, maintenance, and risk management, this dam can continue to fulfill its crucial role in protecting against flood hazards and preserving water resources in the region while adapting to evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
826 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
MAYFIELD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.55 |
Nid Storage |
273 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
West Fork Mayfield Creek Frs 16