North Fork Little River MPS 5
Kentucky — Christian County — NORTH FORK OF LITTLE RIVER
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Christian |
| River | NORTH FORK OF LITTLE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 36.92278, -87.49556 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 53 ft |
| Dam Height | 53 ft |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| NID Storage | 3,500 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,500 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 89 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | October 8, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF HOPKINSVILLE |
| Other Name | Lake Blythe |
Location Map
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.