Summary
Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1961, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and spans 1100 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1251 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-29 is deemed to have a very high risk due to its age and potential impact in case of failure. The dam is not currently rated for condition assessment, and no emergency action plan has been documented. While the structure is state-regulated and permitted for operation, there is room for improvement in terms of risk management measures and emergency preparedness. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site represents a critical infrastructure in need of modernization and closer monitoring to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CATFISH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
1251 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Scs-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-29