Daviess Cnty Landfill Sed Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Windy Hollow Lakes Miller Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
The Daviess County Landfill Sed Pond is a crucial water resource management structure located in Daviess, Kentucky.
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Summary
Built in 1996, this Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans a length of 2180 feet, providing storage capacity of 86.69 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of managing sediment from the landfill, this pond plays a vital role in maintaining water quality in the area.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water, the Daviess County Landfill Sed Pond has a low hazard potential and is rated as not yet assessed. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the structure has not been modified since its completion. Situated near the tributary of the East Fork Knob Creek, this pond serves as an essential component in the local water management system, with a normal storage capacity of 28.2 acre-feet.
Although last inspected in 2007, the Daviess County Landfill Sed Pond continues to provide effective water management services to the community. With its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk level, this Earth dam remains a critical infrastructure for safeguarding water resources in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability, structures like the Daviess County Landfill Sed Pond will become increasingly important for sustainable water resource management in the future.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
2180 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB-EAST FORK KNOB CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
86.69 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Daviess Cnty Landfill Sed Pond