Plum Creek Frs No 11 dam
Plum Creek Frs No 11
Plum Creek FRS No 11, located in Waterford, Kentucky, is a vital structure managed by the local government for flood risk reduction along the Plum Creek river. Built in 1960 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA/NRCS, this earth dam stands at 25 feet high and spans 640 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 472 acre-feet for flood control. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a low hazard potential and assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in 2013.
The Plum Creek FRS No 11 is regulated by the KY Division of Water and holds state permitting, inspection, and enforcement responsibilities to ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 1.2 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 57 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the region. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, the dam serves as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Kentucky.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Plum Creek FRS No 11 stands as a noteworthy example of infrastructure designed to protect communities from flooding events. With its controlled spillway and historical significance in flood risk reduction, this earth dam serves as a valuable asset in the region's water management strategy. The ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts by the local government and regulatory agencies demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding water resources and enhancing climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Plum Creek Frs No 11 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Floyds Fork At Fisherville | 1,620 cfs | → |
| Brashears Creek At Taylorsville | 332 cfs | → |
| Floyds Fork Near Pewee Valley | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Gelhaus Lane Near Fern Creek | 19 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Ruckriegal Parkway | 3 cfs | → |
| Floyds Fork Near Mt Washington | 1,090 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Plum Creek Frs No 11.
Boat launches
- Long Run Lake Boat Ramp
- Corps Of Engineers Tailwater Road Spencer County
- Lasater Road Louisville
- Grange Drive 1412, La Grange
- Cooper Chapel Road Louisville
- Van Buren Road Anderson County
Track Plum Creek Frs No 11 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 Plum Creek Frs No 11
Where does the data for Plum Creek Frs No 11 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 Plum Creek Frs No 11.