Mason Co Landfill Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Mason CO Landfill Dam, also known as Mason CO Lake Dam, is a crucial water resource located in Maysville, Kentucky.
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Summary
Constructed in 2005 by MAYES, SUDDERTH & ETHEREDGE LEXINGTON KY., this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 350 feet. Serving primarily for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes, this dam plays a vital role in the community's water management system.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the KY Division of Water, the Mason CO Landfill Dam is considered low-hazard with a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet and is situated on Middle Run Creek in Mason County. Despite not being recently rated for its condition, this dam has undergone inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, the Mason CO Landfill Dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management in Kentucky. Its presence not only provides essential water storage for fire protection and recreational use but also contributes to the overall environmental and climate resilience of the region.
Year Completed |
2005 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
MIDDLE RUN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
1.15 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Mason Co Landfill Dam