Green River Lock And Dam 5 dam
Green River Lock And Dam 5
Green River Lock and Dam 5, located in Woodbury, Kentucky, is a federal structure managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers for navigation purposes on the Green River. Built in 1934, this dam stands at a hydraulic height of 32 feet and has a length of 357 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 4,446 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 10,070 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and flow downstream.
Despite its low hazard potential, Green River Lock and Dam 5 is not exempt from flood risks associated with severe weather events or increased water inflows. The US Army Corps of Engineers actively manages these risks by continuously monitoring the dam's condition, engaging with emergency managers, and updating emergency action plans to ensure readiness for any potential emergencies. Regular maintenance and repairs are conducted to maintain the dam's structural integrity, and efforts are made to raise public awareness and preparedness for any dam-related incidents.
As part of the USACE's risk management measures, Green River Lock and Dam 5 plays a vital role in regulating water levels and ensuring the safety of downstream communities. With ongoing efforts to address flood risks, monitor dam conditions, and collaborate with local emergency managers, this structure remains a critical component in sustainable water resource management in the region.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Green River Lock And Dam 5 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Barren River At Bowling Green | 143 cfs | → |
| Drakes Creek Near Alvaton | 96 cfs | → |
| Caney Creek Near Horse Branch | 1 cfs | → |
| Bacon Creek Near Priceville | 13 cfs | → |
| Green River At Munfordville | 271 cfs | → |
| West Fork Drakes Creek Near Franklin | 19 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Green River Lock And Dam 5.
Boat launches
- Mouth Of Bear Creek Road 2705, Edmonson County
- Warren County
- Houchins Ferry Road Brownsville
- Old Barren River Road 4142, Warren County
- Boatlanding Road 1263, Bowling Green
- Nolin Dam Road Edmonson County
Track Green River Lock And Dam 5 in the Snoflo app
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About Green River Lock And Dam 5
Where does the data for Green River Lock And Dam 5 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 Green River Lock And Dam 5.