Glasgow City Landfill Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Glasgow City Landfill in Barren County, Kentucky, serves as a vital infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region.


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Summary

Managed by the local government, this Earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and was completed in 2002. With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres, the landfill plays a crucial role in mitigating the impact of potential flooding events in the area.

The dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its functionality and safety. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment indicates a moderate risk level (3) associated with the landfill. With the dam designed for flood risk reduction as its primary purpose, Glasgow City Landfill remains a key asset in the region's efforts to manage water resources and climate-related challenges effectively.

Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the landfill's strategic location in Glasgow, Kentucky, underscores its significance in protecting the surrounding communities from potential inundation. As climate change continues to intensify, the operation and maintenance of structures like Glasgow City Landfill are essential for safeguarding lives and properties against the impacts of extreme weather events.

Year Completed

2002

Dam Height

32

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Nid Storage

50

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

32
       
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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. 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

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, 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.