Pond Of Reeds dam
Pond Of Reeds
Pond of Reeds, located in Corbin, Kentucky, is a privately-owned Earth dam with a height of 10 feet and a length of 800 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and serves a primary purpose that is classified as "Other." Although it is not regulated by the state, the Mine Safety and Health Administration is responsible for oversight and inspections of this low hazard potential structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Pond of Reeds an intriguing site to study due to its unique characteristics and location in Knox County, Kentucky. With a lack of available data on its condition assessment and emergency preparedness, there is room for further research and investigation into this dam's resilience to changing climate conditions and potential hazards. Additionally, the presence of associated structures and the absence of specific risk management measures could offer insights into the overall sustainability and management of water resources in the area.
As part of the Nashville District, Pond of Reeds stands as a testament to the intricate interplay between human-made structures and natural water systems. Its presence highlights the importance of understanding and monitoring dams in the context of broader water resource management and climate adaptation efforts. With its low hazard potential and lack of state regulation, Pond of Reeds presents an opportunity for researchers and policymakers to explore innovative approaches to enhancing the resilience of water infrastructure in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 Pond Of Reeds -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lynn Camp Creek At Corbin | 10 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Williamsburg | 353 cfs | → |
| Cumberland River At Cumberland Falls | 418 cfs | → |
| Clear Fork At Saxton | 47 cfs | → |
| Rockcastle River At Billows | 35 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Manchester | 25 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pond Of Reeds.
Boat launches
- Whitley County
- Grove Whitley County
- Redbird Road Whitley County
- Ky 3497 Laurel County
- I 75 Rockcastle County
- Battleground Road Livingston
Campgrounds
- Grove Drive-In Campground
- Grove Rec Area
- Grove Boat-In Campground
- White Oak Boat-In Campground
- Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park
- Craigs Creek Group Use Area
Paddle runs
- 4 Miles Downstream From The Kentucky Highway 90 Bridge To Confluence With Cane Creek
- Kentucky Road 80 Bridge To Downstream Part Of Rockcastle Narrows
- Kentucky Road 679 To Confluence Of Cumberland River
- Kentucky Road 478 To Kentucky Road 679
- Tn/Ky State Line To White Oak Junction
- Turkey Foot Campground To Confluence With South Fork Of Station Camp Creek
Track Pond Of Reeds in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pond Of Reeds
Where does the data for Pond Of Reeds 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 Pond Of Reeds.