Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam dam
Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam
Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam, also known as Curtis Crum Reservoir, is a vital water supply infrastructure located in Martin County, Kentucky. Completed in 1969, this earth dam stands at a height of 66 feet and has a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Rockcastle Creek, serves as a crucial resource for the local community in Inez by providing a reliable source of water for various purposes.
Managed by the local government, Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam is regulated and inspected by the Kentucky Division of Water to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a spillway width of 110 feet and a surface area of 22.4 acres, the dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam plays a key role in water management and supply for the region, highlighting its importance in sustaining the surrounding ecosystem and supporting the community's water needs.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam represents a significant infrastructure that not only provides water supply but also contributes to the overall environmental and social well-being of Martin County. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance efforts, the dam serves as a reminder of the critical role that water infrastructure plays in supporting communities and ecosystems, making it a key focal point for those interested in sustainable water management practices and climate resilience initiatives in the region.
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 Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tug Fork At Kermit | 457 cfs | → |
| East Fork Twelvepole Creek Near Dunlow | 9 cfs | → |
| Levisa Fork At Paintsville | 561 cfs | → |
| Tug Fork At Williamson | 356 cfs | → |
| Johns Creek Near Meta | 15 cfs | → |
| Levisa Fork At Pikeville | 287 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam.
Boat launches
- Levisa Fork Boat Ramp
- Bartram Branch Boat Ramp
- Lick Creek Boat Dock
- Mudlick Branch Boat Ramp
- Logan County
Campgrounds
- Cabwaylingo State Forest
- German Bridge - Dewey Lake
- Jenny Wiley State Park
- Paintsville Lake State Park
- Hatfield’S Hideout Riverfront Cabins And Campground
- Chief Logan State Park
Fishing spots
- Windy Bay Fishing Site
- Ramey Creek Fishing Site
- Muskie Bend Fishing Site
- Shallow Flats Wildlife Viewing Area
Paddle runs
Track Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam
Where does the data for Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 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 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 Martin Cnty Water Dist No 1 Dam.