Benningfield Farm dam
Benningfield Farm
Located in Shelby, Kentucky, Benningfield Farm, also known as Benningfield Lake, is a private recreational dam that was completed in 1992 by W H Brown Engineers from Shelbyville, KY. The dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 400 feet, creating a storage capacity of 107 acre-feet and a surface area of 10.8 acres. It is situated on the tributary of Floyds Fork and falls under the jurisdiction of the KY Division of Water, with state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a primary purpose of recreation, Benningfield Farm offers a tranquil oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities. The dam has a low hazard potential and is assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the dam has a history of periodic inspections, with the last one conducted in January 2005. Despite its age, the dam continues to provide a recreational haven for locals and visitors alike, showcasing the harmonious blend of human engineering with natural beauty in the heart of Kentucky's countryside.
Managed by private owners, Benningfield Farm serves as a testament to the importance of responsible stewardship of water resources for recreational purposes. Its serene setting, combined with the regulatory oversight and maintenance efforts, underscores the commitment to preserving and enhancing the ecological and recreational value of the area. As a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts, Benningfield Farm stands as a reminder of the symbiotic relationship between water resources, climate considerations, and sustainable recreation practices.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Benningfield Farm -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Floyds Fork Near Pewee Valley | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Floyds Fork At Fisherville | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Ruckriegal Parkway | 3 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Gelhaus Lane Near Fern Creek | 19 cfs | → |
| Harrods Creek At Highway 329 Nr Goshen | 136 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Old Westport Rd Nr St Matthews | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Benningfield Farm.
Boat launches
- Long Run Lake Boat Ramp
- Grange Drive 1412, La Grange
- Westport Park Boat Ramp
- Lasater Road Louisville
- Charlestown State Park Boat Ramp
- Corps Of Engineers Tailwater Road Spencer County
Track Benningfield Farm in the Snoflo app
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About Benningfield Farm
Where does the data for Benningfield Farm 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 Low 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 Benningfield Farm.