West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a dam
West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a
West Fork Clarks River FRS No 8a is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Calloway County, Kentucky. Owned by the local government, this earth dam was completed in 1962 and stands at a height of 24 feet with a length of 1060 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 1030 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the West Fork Clarks River.
Managed by the Kentucky Division of Water, this dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. The structure has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flood events. With a designated emergency action plan (EAP) and updated contact information, West Fork Clarks River FRS No 8a is well-prepared to respond to any unforeseen emergencies.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the strategic location of this dam along the West Fork Clarks River, its role in mitigating flood risks, and the ongoing efforts to maintain its safety and integrity. As a key piece of infrastructure in the region, West Fork Clarks River FRS No 8a serves as a reminder of the importance of effective water management practices in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against natural disasters.
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.
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 West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fox River At Appleton | 4,150 cfs | → |
| East River At Ct Highway Zz Near Greenleaf | 6 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek Near Howard | 27 cfs | → |
| Wolf River At New London | 1,930 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Oil Tank Depot At Green Bay | 5,080 cfs | → |
| Fox River At Oshkosh | 4,860 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a.
Boat launches
- Fox River -- Village Of Kimberly - Sunset Park Ramp
- Fox River -- Kaukauna - Riverside Park Ramp
- Fox River -- Appleton - Lutz Park Ramps
- Firelane 8 Village Of Harrison
- Fox River -- Wrightstown Launch
- Lake Butte Des Morts -- Ninth Street Boat Launch
Track West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a
Where does the data for West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a 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 Low 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of West Fork Clarks River Frs No 8a.