Berryman Lake Dam No 2 dam
Berryman Lake Dam No 2
Berryman Lake Dam No 2, located in Clark, Kentucky, is a private dam primarily used for recreation. Completed in 1985, this earth dam stands at a height of 50 feet and has a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5.2 acres and serving the Kings Fork of Upper Howard Creek, this dam provides opportunities for water-based activities in the area.
Despite its recreational purpose, Berryman Lake Dam No 2 has been flagged for its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment. The last inspection conducted in April 2001 revealed these concerning findings, leading to a moderate risk rating. While the dam is state-regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, there are no federal agencies involved in its ownership, funding, design, construction, or operation.
Given its location and potential risks associated with its condition, stakeholders and enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate should be aware of Berryman Lake Dam No 2's status. With a history dating back to the 1980s, this dam serves as a focal point for recreation but also poses challenges in terms of maintenance and safety measures. As discussions surrounding dam safety and regulation continue, this structure remains a key point of interest in the local water resource management landscape.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Berryman Lake Dam No 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Red River At Clay City | 45 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 11 Near College Hill | 288 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 10 Near Winchester | 437 cfs | → |
| Slate Creek At Highway 713 Nr Mt. Sterling | 34 cfs | → |
| Kentucky River At Lock 12 Near Irvine | · | → |
| N Elkhorn Cr At Bryant Rd Nr Cadentown | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Berryman Lake Dam No 2.
Boat launches
- College Hill Road Madison County
- 7th Avenue Clay City
- East Lake Avenue Clay City
- Main Street Irvine
- Tates Creek Road 3302, Madison County
- Wilgreen Lake Road Madison County
Campgrounds
- Fort Boonesborough State Park
- Callies
- Natural Bridge State Park
- Tunnel Ridge Road
- Koomer Ridge Campground
- Koomer Ridge Rec Area
Fishing spots
- Muskie Bend Fishing Site
- Shallow Flats Wildlife Viewing Area
- Ramey Creek Fishing Site
- Windy Bay Fishing Site
- Boat Launch
Paddle runs
Track Berryman Lake Dam No 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Berryman Lake Dam No 2
Where does the data for Berryman Lake Dam No 2 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Berryman Lake Dam No 2.