Red Lick Creek Frs No 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Red Lick Creek FRS No 5, located in Madison County, Kentucky, is a key flood risk reduction structure managed by the local government.
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Summary
Built in 1980, this earth dam stands at 61 feet high and spans 623 feet in length, providing vital flood protection for the surrounding area along the TR-Red Lick Creek. With a storage capacity of 1527.3 acre-feet and a drainage area of 3.1 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating potential flood hazards in the region.
The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the overall condition assessment in 2017 rated it as fair, indicating that necessary maintenance and monitoring efforts are in place. The emergency action plan for Red Lick Creek FRS No 5 is up-to-date, although further risk management measures may be needed to address moderate risk levels associated with the structure. Overall, this dam serves as a vital component in the local water resource management system, safeguarding the community against potential flood events.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
623 |
Dam Height |
61 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED LICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16.1 |
Drainage Area |
3.1 |
Nid Storage |
1527.3 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
61 |
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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.
Red Lick Creek Frs No 5