S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam dam
S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam
The S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam, also known as the S Fk Beargrass Ck Dry Reservoir, is a vital water resource structure located in Jefferson County, Kentucky. Constructed in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and serves multiple purposes, including flood control and water storage. With a storage capacity of 1462 acre-feet and a surface area of 13.9 acres, it plays a crucial role in managing the flow of the South Fork Beargrass Creek.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the KY Division of Water, this dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Despite its age, it continues to be inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and overall safety. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a spillway width of 70 feet, the dam is equipped to handle moderate risks and provide necessary protection to the surrounding community in case of emergencies.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of the S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam in maintaining water supply and managing potential flood risks in the region. Its strategic location and design by PRESNELL, JAMES, WINSTEAD ASSOCIATES make it a key infrastructure asset contributing to the overall water management efforts in Kentucky. As climate change continues to impact water resources, structures like this dam play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and supporting sustainable water management practices.
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 S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fern Creek At Old Bardstown Rd At Louisville | 5 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Ruckriegal Parkway | 3 cfs | → |
| M Fk Beargrass Cr At Old Cannons Ln At Louisville | 34 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Old Westport Rd Nr St Matthews | 6 cfs | → |
| South Fork Beargrass Creek At Louisville | 27 cfs | → |
| Chenoweth Run At Gelhaus Lane Near Fern Creek | 19 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam.
Boat launches
- Cooper Chapel Road Louisville
- Lasater Road Louisville
- Harrison Avenue 1021, Clarksville
- North 27th Street Louisville
- Long Run Lake Boat Ramp
- Ohio River Greenway 100-598, New Albany
Campgrounds
- Charlestown State Park
- Lake Shelby Campground
- Deam Lake State Rec Area
- Deam Lake Campground
- Salt River Rec Area
- Salt River Recreation Park
Paddle runs
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
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About S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed Dam
Where does the data for S Fork Beargrass Ck Dry Bed 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
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