Little Camp Slurry Impoundment Dam
Little Camp Slurry Impoundment
Little Camp Slurry Impoundment, located in Bell, Kentucky, is a privately owned water supply dam with a primary purpose of providing water for various uses. Standing at a height of 320 feet and a length of 1100 feet, this Earth-type dam has a storage capacity of 4056 acre-feet. Despite not being state regulated or permitted, the dam is under the oversight of the Mine Safety and Health Administration, reflecting its association with mining activities.
With a high hazard potential, Little Camp Slurry Impoundment poses risks that warrant attention despite the lack of available condition assessment data. The dam's emergency action plan status, inspection frequency, and risk management measures are all listed as "Not Available," indicating a need for improved monitoring and preparedness. The proximity of the dam to the city of Field and its location within the Nashville District underscore the importance of ensuring its safety and structural integrity.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the details surrounding Little Camp Slurry Impoundment offer a glimpse into the complexities of managing water infrastructure in mining regions. The dam's significant storage capacity and potential hazards highlight the importance of continued monitoring and risk assessment to protect surrounding communities and the environment. Further research and oversight are needed to address the dam's condition, emergency preparedness, and overall impact on the local water supply and ecosystem.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Little Camp Slurry Impoundment -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland River Near Harlan | 165 cfs | → |
| Martins Fork Above Smith | 11 cfs | → |
| Martins Fork Near Smith | 17 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Manchester | 46 cfs | → |
| Powell River Near Arthur | 487 cfs | → |
| Cutshin Creek At Wooton | 29 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Little Camp Slurry Impoundment.
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About Little Camp Slurry Impoundment
Where does the data for Little Camp Slurry Impoundment 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 High 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 below 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.
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.