MARTINS FORK LK AT MARTINS FK DAM NR SMITH

Reservoir Levels Weather Hydrology


RESERVOIR KENTUCKY

Martins Fork Lk At Martins Fk Dam Nr Smith


April 19, 2024

17 ft

-0.34% today
126% of Normal High

Water gage height, ft levels at Martins Fork Lk At Martins Fk Dam Nr Smith are currently 17 ft, about 126% of normal. The average for this time of year is approximately 13.78ft. Maximum recorded Gage height, ft since record keeping began in 2017 was 2019-02-25 when levels reached 35.13 ft. Lowest recorded Gage height, ft was 2019-04-01 when levels receded to 6.95 ft. View historical levels.

Martins Fork Lake is a reservoir located in the Harlan County of Kentucky. The lake was created in 1979 by the US Army Corps of Engineers to control floodwaters on the Cumberland River. The lake's hydrology is largely influenced by the Cumberland River, with a small portion of the inflow coming from the Martins Fork River. The lake's surface flow is primarily dependent on rainfall and snowpack. Agriculture is not a significant factor in the area, but the lake supports a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, boating, and camping. The lake is home to several species of fish, including bass, crappie, and catfish, making it a popular destination for anglers. Overall, Martins Fork Lake provides a valuable source of water for the surrounding communities and serves as a popular recreational destination.



Geolocation -83.256, 36.751
Elevation 1,281.5 ft
Gage Height, Ft 24hr Change -0.34%
Percent of Normal 126%
Minimum 6.95 ft
2019-04-01
Maximum 35.13 ft
2019-02-25
Average 14 ft
Hydraulic_Height 97
Drainage_Area 56
Year_Completed 1978
Nid_Storage 21100
Structural_Height 120
River_Or_Stream MARTINS FORK OF CUMBERLAND R.
Primary_Dam_Type Gravity
Foundations Rock
Surface_Area 340
Hazard_Potential High
Dam_Length 504
Nid_Height 120

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