Sediment Basin No.5, located in Roaring Spring, Kentucky, is a vital structure designed by Bhate Environmental under the supervision of the US Army to mitigate flood risk and control debris in the Tributary Casey Creek watershed.
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Completed in 1998, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet, offering a storage capacity of 512 acre-feet to protect the surrounding area from potential inundation. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Sediment Basin No.5 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community against the impacts of heavy rainfall and flash floods.
Managed and funded by the US Army, Sediment Basin No.5 covers a surface area of 16 acres and serves as a key component in the flood risk reduction strategy implemented in the region. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type and lack of outlet gates, this structure has been deemed as having a low hazard potential, ensuring the safety and resilience of the local environment. Regular inspections and maintenance are conducted to uphold the integrity of the dam, with the last inspection taking place in March 2017. As a significant asset for water resource management in Trigg County, Sediment Basin No.5 continues to play a crucial role in protecting the community from the adverse effects of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
375 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
Trib. Casey Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
512 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Little River Near Cadiz
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485cfs |
Clarks River At Almo
|
41cfs |
Yellow Creek At Ellis Mills
|
45cfs |
Clarks River At Murray
|
15cfs |
Tradewater River At Olney
|
36cfs |
Red River At Port Royal
|
257cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Bumpus Mills - Lake Barkley
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Gatlin Point
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Gatlin Point - LBL
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