Fugate Fork Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Fugate Fork Dam, also known as Flint Ridge Impoundment or Russell Fork Impoundment, is a privately owned structure in Clayhole, Kentucky.
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Summary
Located in Breathitt County, this earth dam stands at an impressive height of 295 feet and stretches 1070 feet in length. With a primary purpose of tailings storage, the dam has a storage capacity of 2700 acre-feet.
Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, Fugate Fork Dam has a high hazard potential and its condition assessment is currently not available. Despite not being regulated by the state, the dam serves a crucial role in managing tailings in the area. Its strategic location in the Louisville District underscores its significance in safeguarding the local environment and water resources.
Although details about its construction date and condition assessment are lacking, Fugate Fork Dam remains a key structure in the region. With its substantial height and storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in tailings management and underscores the importance of effective dam safety measures for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and protect this critical infrastructure.
Dam Length |
1070 |
Dam Height |
295 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
2700 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
295 |
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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.
Fugate Fork Dam