Crystal Lake Dam No 1 dam
Crystal Lake Dam No 1
Crystal Lake Dam No 1, located in Coons Branch, Kentucky, is a local government-owned structure that serves various purposes related to water resource management. Built in 1980, this earth dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a length of 280 feet, providing a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet. Situated on the Banklick Creek, it is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Crystal Lake Dam No 1 is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type with no outlet gates and has not been rated for its current condition. While the last inspection took place in 2015 with an inspection frequency of 5 years, the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are not provided in the available data. As an integral part of the local water infrastructure, this dam plays a crucial role in the surrounding area's water supply and management.
With its location in Kenton County, Kentucky, Crystal Lake Dam No 1 stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the face of changing climate conditions. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of structures like this dam can shed light on the challenges and opportunities in managing our water systems effectively. As we continue to prioritize sustainable water management practices, structures like Crystal Lake Dam No 1 serve as critical components in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
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 Crystal Lake Dam No 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Banklick Creek @ Highway 1829 Nr Erlanger | 84 cfs | → |
| Fourmile Creek At Poplar Ridge Rd Nr Alexandria | 11 cfs | → |
| Cruises Creek At Hwy 17 Nr Piner | 9 cfs | → |
| Gunpowder Cr At Camp Ernst Rd Nr Union | 353 cfs | → |
| Twelvemile Creek At Highway 1997 Nr Alexandria | 48 cfs | → |
| Elijahs Creek @ Elijahs Creek Rd Nr Hebron | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Crystal Lake Dam No 1.
Boat launches
- Fredericks Landing Wilder
- Riverside Boat Launch Ramp
- Race Track Road Campbell County
- Woodland Mound Boat Ramp
- Lanes End Mentor
- Hamilton County Parks - Shawnee Lookout
Campgrounds
- Big Bone Lick State Park
- Big Bone Lick State Historic Site
- Bullock Pen Lake Ramp - Dfwr
- Boltz Lake Ramp - Dfwr
- Camp Lower Craig
- Cub Scout Adventure World
Fishing spots
Track Crystal Lake Dam No 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Crystal Lake Dam No 1
Where does the data for Crystal Lake Dam No 1 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 Crystal Lake Dam No 1.