East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a dam
East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a
East Fork Clarks River FRS 28a is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Shady Grove, Kentucky. Constructed in 1969 by the Soil Conservation Service, USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and spans 2230 feet in length. With a normal storage capacity of 427 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 7208 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks in the East Fork Clarks River watershed. The dam is regulated by the KY Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite being assessed as in fair condition during its last inspection in January 2018, East Fork Clarks River FRS 28a is classified with a significant hazard potential, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management measures. The dam's spillway, which is uncontrolled and 60 feet wide, is designed to handle excess water flow during periods of high discharge. The surrounding area covers 96 acres, serving a drainage area of 15.5 square miles. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam is closely monitored to prevent any potential emergencies and ensure the safety of nearby communities.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, East Fork Clarks River FRS 28a is a key component in the water resource infrastructure of Marshall County, Kentucky. Its strategic location and design contribute to the overall flood risk reduction efforts in the region, providing essential protection to residents and property along the East Fork Clarks River. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like this dam play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against the threats of flooding and water-related 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clarks River At Almo | 63 cfs | → |
| Clarks River At Murray | 15 cfs | → |
| Massac Creek Near Paducah | 1 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Metropolis | 444,000 cfs | → |
| Little Bayou Creek Near Grahamville | 1 cfs | → |
| Bayou Creek Near Grahamville | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a.
Boat launches
- Big Bear Public Boat Ramp
- Buckhorn Bay Park Marshall County
- Aurora Highway Marshall County
- Marshall County
- Us 68 13482, Marshall County
Campgrounds
- Birmangham Ferry Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp At Land Between The Lakes
- Nickell Branch Basic Campground - Land Between The Lakes
- Pearcy Camp
- Demumbers Bay Backcountry Area & Boat Ramp At Land Between The Lakes
- Fenton Campground & Boat Ramp At Land Between The Lakes
- Cravens Bay Campground & Boat Ramp At Land Between The Lakes
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda,Il
- 1 Minle Southwest Of Delwood, Il (Sec. 18, T11s, R13e) To Reesville, 1/4 Mile South Of The Confluence With Sugar Creek
- Source, About 2 Miles East Of Delwood, Il (Sec 10, T11s, R6e) To Bridge At Eddyville Blacktop (Se1/4,Sec.16,T12s, R6e)
- Russell Cemetery, Approx 1/4 Mile North Of Karbers Ridge Road To Proclamation Boundary, 1 Mile Nw Of Elizabethtown,Il
- Wallace Cemetery Approx 2.5 Miles Nw Of Herod, Il To Confluence With Ohio River At Golconda Jobs Corp Center
Track East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a in the Snoflo app
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About East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a
Where does the data for East Fork Clarks River Frs 28a 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 Significant 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.
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