Watershed is within the limestone section of the Western Pennyroyal Physiographic region. Topography varies form narrow to wide valleys and rolling to steep uplands.
Local concerns are fecal coliform, nutrient, and pesticide accumulations.
Objective to reduce non-point source water quality problems associated with agricultural activity. Drainage area of this project consists of 5,615 acres and junctures with North Fork Nolin River. Geologic investigation revealed karst topography on the dam site and within the pool area. Plan was converted to Land Treatment Watershed to assist landusers in implementing BMP's to address resource concerns.