Price Martin Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kington Lake Otter Lake Dam No 2
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Price Martin Lake Dam, located in Hopkins, Kentucky, was completed in 1972 and stands at a height of 43 feet, with a length of 450 feet.
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Summary
This private dam on TR-Pond Creek serves primarily for recreation, offering a surface area of 5 acres and a storage capacity of 190 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the Kentucky Division of Water to ensure its satisfactory condition.
Owned by private entities, Price Martin Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state, with enforcement measures in place to uphold safety standards. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and carries a moderate risk assessment rating. Although no associated structures or outlet gates are reported, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan readiness are not explicitly stated in the available data, raising questions about its preparedness for potential emergencies.
With its serene surroundings and recreational opportunities, Price Martin Lake Dam offers a peaceful escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature while remaining vigilant about the importance of dam safety and risk management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
43 |
River Or Stream |
TR-POND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.07 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
43 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
24cfs |
Green River At Lock 2 At Calhoun
|
2000cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
38cfs |
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
Green River At Paradise
|
1830cfs |
South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville
|
25cfs |
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.
Price Martin Lake Dam