Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake dam
Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake
Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake, located in MORGANTOWN, Kentucky, is a privately owned recreational lake regulated by the KY Division of Water. This Earth dam, completed in 1971, stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. With a surface area of 7.8 acres and a drainage area of 0.45 square miles, this lake offers a tranquil retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in 2005. The emergency action plan status and risk management measures are also pending updates. However, the lake continues to serve its primary purpose of recreation, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. With its uncontrolled spillway and serene surroundings, Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake is a hidden gem in Butler, Kentucky, waiting to be explored by nature lovers and water enthusiasts alike.
As a key element in the local water resource system, this lake plays a vital role in the region's ecosystem. Its association with TRIB-WELCH CREEK and the Nashville District underscores its significance within the larger water infrastructure network. While further assessment and maintenance may be needed to ensure its long-term sustainability, Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake remains a valuable resource for both residents and visitors seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Kentucky.
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 Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Caney Creek Near Horse Branch | 1 cfs | → |
| Green River At Paradise | 888 cfs | → |
| Barren River At Bowling Green | 135 cfs | → |
| Drakes Creek Near Alvaton | 91 cfs | → |
| South Fork Panther Creek Near Whitesville | 36 cfs | → |
| West Fork Drakes Creek Near Franklin | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake.
Boat launches
- Old River Road Morgantown
- Leonard Oaks Church Road Butler County
- Richardsville Road 13599, Warren County
- Lock Four Road Woodbury
- Russellville Street 660, Rochester
Track Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake
Where does the data for Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake 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 Glenn Mckenny Farm Lake.