Martins Fork Dam
Kentucky — Harlan County — MARTINS FORK OF CUMBERLAND R.
Location
| State | Kentucky |
| County | Harlan |
| River | MARTINS FORK OF CUMBERLAND R. |
| Coordinates | 36.75215, -83.25788 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 120 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 504 ft |
| NID Storage | 21,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 21,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 340 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 30, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1978 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | USACE - Nashville District |
| Other Name | Martins Fork Lake |
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.