Donaldson Creek Frs No 3b Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Donaldson Creek FRS No 3b, also known as Farmersville Lake, is a flood risk reduction structure located in Caldwell, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1983 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 1300 feet. The reservoir has a storage capacity of 1150 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Donaldson Creek.
Managed by the KY Division of Water, this structure is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and functionality. The dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. Although the condition of the dam is not currently rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to assess its performance. Despite its remote location in NO TOWN, the Donaldson Creek FRS No 3b plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the area, making it a vital asset for local water resource and climate management enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1983 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
DONALDSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.4 |
Drainage Area |
4.7 |
Nid Storage |
1150 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tradewater River At Olney
|
36cfs |
Little River Near Cadiz
|
485cfs |
Pond River Near Apex
|
52cfs |
Ohio River At Old Shawneetown
|
259000cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
41cfs |
Lusk Creek Near Eddyville
|
5cfs |
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.
Donaldson Creek Frs No 3b