Cockrell Fork Sediment Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rowdy Branch Dam Hollybush Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Cockrell Fork Sediment Dam, located in Ned, Perry County, Kentucky, is a private earth dam with a height of 60 feet and a length of 290 feet.
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Summary
This dam serves a primary purpose of sediment control, with a storage capacity of 233 acre-feet. Managed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration, this dam has a high hazard potential and its condition assessment is currently not available.
Although the dam has not been inspected recently, it is essential to ensure its integrity and safety due to its high hazard potential. As a sediment dam, it plays a crucial role in controlling erosion and preserving water quality in the area. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts may find interest in monitoring and maintaining the Cockrell Fork Sediment Dam to safeguard the surrounding environment and water resources.
With its location in a beautiful natural setting in Kentucky, the Cockrell Fork Sediment Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for sediment control and water conservation. Collaboration between relevant agencies and stakeholders is necessary to ensure the long-term functionality and safety of this important structure. Monitoring, inspection, and potential risk management measures should be implemented to protect the dam and the environment it serves.
Dam Length |
290 |
Dam Height |
60 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
233 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
60 |
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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.
Cockrell Fork Sediment Dam