Lovely Branch Slurry Dam Dam
Lovely Branch Slurry Dam
Lovely Branch Slurry Dam, located in Leslie County, Kentucky, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of water supply. Standing at a height of 360 feet and stretching 1000 feet in length, this dam has a NID storage capacity of 7625 acre-feet. While the dam is not state regulated, it falls under the oversight of the Mine Safety and Health Administration for inspections and regulatory purposes.
With a high hazard potential, Lovely Branch Slurry Dam poses a significant risk in case of failure. However, detailed information on the condition assessment, emergency action plan, and risk management measures is not available. It is crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the safety and maintenance of this dam to ensure the protection of surrounding communities and the environment. As the dam serves as a critical water supply source, any potential risks and hazards must be addressed promptly to mitigate the impact of a potential failure.
For those interested in water resource management and climate resilience, understanding the intricacies of Lovely Branch Slurry Dam is essential. By staying informed and advocating for proper maintenance and safety measures, enthusiasts can contribute to the preservation of water resources and the protection of communities that rely on them. The presence of a high hazard potential underscores the importance of proactive monitoring and risk management to prevent any potential disasters.
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 Lovely Branch Slurry Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland River Near Harlan | 165 cfs | → |
| Cutshin Creek At Wooton | 29 cfs | → |
| Martins Fork Near Smith | 17 cfs | → |
| Martins Fork Above Smith | 11 cfs | → |
| Poor Fork At Cumberland | 35 cfs | → |
| North Fork Kentucky River At Hazard | 80 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lovely Branch Slurry Dam.
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About Lovely Branch Slurry Dam
Where does the data for Lovely Branch Slurry Dam 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.