Cranks Creek Lake Dam
Kentucky, Harlan County, MARTINS FORK
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Harlan |
| River | MARTINS FORK |
| Coordinates | 36.73850, -83.23808 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 120 ft |
| Dam Height | 120 ft |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| NID Storage | 18,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 219 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | December 17, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1963 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | HARLAN COUNTY FISCAL COURT |
| Other Name | Herb Smith Lake |
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About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.